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Hillsborough Climate by Month

The temperature in Hillsborough varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to cold. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Hillsborough experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 3°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Hillsborough has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 992 mm of rainfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Hillsborough enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 92 mm of precipitation, while in March, Hillsborough receives about 69 mm.

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

Sunshine over the year

Hillsborough can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (22 KM, 14 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (22 KM, 14 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Hillsborough ranges from 7°C in February to 13°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (22 KM, 14 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Hillsborough?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Hillsborough?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Hillsborough?
    October tops the wettest month list with 92 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Hillsborough?
    March is the driest month with 69 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Hillsborough?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 184 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Hillsborough

    Thu   Nov 21
    3°C | -3°C
    W 18 km/h
    2.3 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    6°C | 1°C
    W 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    14°C | 3°C
    SE 43 km/h
    38 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain