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Hamilton Climate by Month

The climate in Hamilton is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Hamilton, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°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 2°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Hamilton experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1211 mm of precipitation annually. Year-round, Hamilton has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, January, with 118 mm, and the driest month, April, with 81 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 Hamilton. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (26 KM, 16 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Hamilton?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Hamilton?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Hamilton?
    January tops the wettest month list with 118 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Hamilton?
    April is the driest month with 81 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Hamilton?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Hamilton

    Sun   Dec 15
    13°C | 10°C
    W 36 km/h
    2.3 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    11°C | 9°C
    SW 29 km/h
    3.1 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    13°C | 7°C
    S 32 km/h
    5.2 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain