Langholm Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Langholm.
Climate overview of Langholm
Langholm, Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in July, while winters cool to 7°C (45°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1135 mm (45 in) per year. December is the wettest month and April the driest. The most sunshine falls in May, with an average of 5.4 hours of daily sunshine.
Langholm Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Langholm — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Langholm
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Langholm. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C (45°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 11°C (52°F) in July to around 2°C (36°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Langholm
Langholm has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1135 mm (45 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Langholm has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 111 mm (4.4 in), and the driest month, April, with 78 mm (3.1 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Langholm Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Langholm
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Langholm. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.4 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Langholm by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 90%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Langholm
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in May, June, July and August to 4 m/s (8 knots) in January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Langholm
Rainfall during this time ranges from 83 mm (3.3 in) in September to 102 mm (4 in) in August. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Need help choosing your next travel destination? We offer a specialized tool that matches you with locations based on your weather preferences. Explore destinations that suit your climate preferences.
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Langholm
What is the best time to visit Langholm?
July typically offers the most optimal weather in Langholm. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Langholm?
Daytime highs range from 7°C (45°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 11°C (52°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Langholm get?
Annual rainfall is around 1135 mm (45 in). December is the wettest month with 111 mm (4.4 in), while April is the driest with 78 mm (3.1 in).
How sunny is Langholm?
Langholm receives around 1,189 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 161 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 39 hours.
Langholm 3-Day Forecast
Langholm 3-Day Forecast
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