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Glenrothes Climate by Month

Glenrothes experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to cold weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Glenrothes is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like December. At night, temperatures typically average around 3°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Glenrothes receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 888 mm annually. Year-round, Glenrothes has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 89 mm, and the driest month, April, with 61 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Glenrothes. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (29 KM, 18 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Glenrothes in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Glenrothes?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Glenrothes?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Glenrothes?
    October tops the wettest month list with 89 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Glenrothes?
    April is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Glenrothes?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 193 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Glenrothes

    Wed   Dec 11
    0°C | -5°C
    W 7 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    3°C | -2°C
    W 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    4°C | 1°C
    SW 11 km/h
    0.5 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain