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Midlothian Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Midlothian experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Midlothian is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July to a chilly 9°C in January.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -3°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Midlothian has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1171 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, December, sees around 116 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 62 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Midlothian, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.3 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.5 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Richmond, the United States of America (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Richmond, the United States of America (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Forecast for Midlothian

Mon   Dec 23
4°C | -9°C
SE 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
10°C | -4°C
SW 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
7°C | -1°C
N 3 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

The best time of year to visit Midlothian in the United States of America

During the months of April, May and October 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Midlothian?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Midlothian?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Midlothian?
    December tops the wettest month list with 116 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Midlothian?
    February is the driest month with 62 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Midlothian?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 308 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.