Fort Augustus Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Fort Augustus, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C (43°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 10°C (50°F) in July to around 0°C (32°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Fort Augustus experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1488 mm (59 in) of precipitation annually. While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. January brings wetter days averaging 167 mm (6.6 in) of precipitation, spread over 23 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month April experiences a drier climate, with about 97 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall spread across 19 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Fort Augustus Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Fort Augustus. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine