Glenfinnan Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Glenfinnan sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be mild at the high end
to roughly cold at the low end.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Glenfinnan changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C in July to a chilly 7°C in the coolest month, February.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 1°C during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Glenfinnan experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 2250 mm of precipitation annually. Glenfinnan offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between January (243 mm) and April (134 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Glenfinnan serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.0 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Forecast for Glenfinnan
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Glenfinnan in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 243 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 134 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 189 hours of sunshine.
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