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Greencastle Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from pleasant conditions to cold. 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

In Greencastle, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July to a chilly 8°C in the coolest month, February.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 3°C during the colder months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Greencastle is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1098 mm. Precipitation levels in Greencastle remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 102 mm over 20 days. In March, this drops slightly to 81 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Greencastle serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.3 hours of daily sunlight.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Derry, Ireland (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Derry, Ireland (38 KM, 23 Miles).

Forecast for Greencastle

Fri   Jan 31
7°C | 2°C
NW 5 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Sat   Feb 01
9°C | 2°C
S 9 m/s
1.9 mm
overcast and  chance of rain

overcast and chance of rain

Sun   Feb 02
8°C | 4°C
S 7 m/s
7 mm
partly cloudy and slight rain

partly cloudy and slight rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Greencastle?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Greencastle?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Greencastle?
    August tops the wettest month list with 102 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Greencastle?
    March is the driest month with 81 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Greencastle?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 203 hours of sunshine.

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