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Kilmarnock Climate by Month

The temperature in Kilmarnock varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to cold. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Kilmarnock experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C in July to a chilly 8°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 3°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kilmarnock has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1422 mm of rainfall annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, December, sees around 151 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, May, still receives a respectable 85 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Kilmarnock, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.3 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.2 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (28 KM, 17 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Kilmarnock?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Kilmarnock?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kilmarnock?
    December tops the wettest month list with 151 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kilmarnock?
    May is the driest month with 85 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kilmarnock?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kilmarnock

    Thu   Nov 21
    5°C | -6°C
    W 18 km/h
    0.6 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    5°C | -1°C
    W 11 km/h
    0.2 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    13°C | 0°C
    E 32 km/h
    35 mm
    overcast and heavy sleet

    overcast and heavy sleet