Helmsdale Climate by Month
The temperature in Helmsdale varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from mild
to cold.
It maintains moderate precipitation patterns.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Helmsdale, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in August to a chilly 8°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Helmsdale has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 958 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Precipitation levels in Helmsdale remain relatively steady throughout the year. October has the most rain, with 100 mm over 20 days. In April, this drops slightly to 67 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.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, Helmsdale serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.0 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Helmsdale in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 100 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 195 hours of sunshine.
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