Linlithgow Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Linlithgow.
Climate overview of Linlithgow
The climate in Linlithgow, Lothian, United Kingdom, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 20°C (68°F) in July to 8°C (46°F) in December.
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1005 mm (40 in) per year. October is the wettest month and April the driest. The most sunshine falls in May, with an average of 6.4 hours of daily sunshine.
Linlithgow Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Linlithgow — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Linlithgow
In Linlithgow, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C (46°F) during cooler months like December.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around 2°C (36°F) during December.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Linlithgow
Linlithgow experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1005 mm (40 in) of precipitation annually. Year-round, Linlithgow has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 96 mm (3.8 in), and the driest month, April, with 69 mm (2.7 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Linlithgow Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Linlithgow
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Linlithgow. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Linlithgow
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 5°C (41°F) in March to 13°C (55°F) in July.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Linlithgow by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 84%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Linlithgow
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November and highest during January, March and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Linlithgow
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Linlithgow
What is the best time to visit Linlithgow?
July typically offers the most optimal weather in Linlithgow. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Linlithgow?
Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in December to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Linlithgow get?
Annual rainfall is around 1005 mm (40 in). October is the wettest month with 96 mm (3.8 in), while April is the driest with 69 mm (2.7 in).
How sunny is Linlithgow?
Linlithgow receives around 1,428 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 193 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 48 hours.
Linlithgow 3-Day Forecast
Linlithgow 3-Day Forecast
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