Margate Climate by Month
The temperature in Margate can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
Visitors to Margate can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 21°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 5°C during this month.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Margate experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 784 mm yearly. Margate experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 85 mm in November, the wettest month, and 47 mm in April, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Margate can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 6.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Margate in the United Kingdom
During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 85 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 205 hours of sunshine.
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