Inverness Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Inverness is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July. In December, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 11°C (52°F) in July to 1°C (34°F) in December.

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Temperature ranges by month

Inverness has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1037 mm (41 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite minor fluctuations, Inverness enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In January, you can expect around 99 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation, while in April, Inverness receives about 76 mm (3 in). For more details, please visit our Inverness Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Inverness can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 5.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 0.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine