Paisley Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Paisley.

Climate overview of Paisley

The climate in Paisley, Strathclyde, United Kingdom, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 19°C (66°F) in July to 8°C (46°F) in December.

Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1359 mm (54 in) per year. January is the wettest month and May the driest. May is the sunniest month, averaging 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

Paisley Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Paisley — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Paisley

In Paisley, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°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.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Paisley

Paisley experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1359 mm (54 in) of precipitation annually. Year-round, Paisley has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, January, with 139 mm (5.5 in), and the driest month, May, with 88 mm (3.5 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Paisley Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Paisley

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Paisley. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.3 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Humidity in Paisley by Month

Best Time to Visit Paisley

The best time to visit Paisley is during June, July, August and September, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 17°C (63°F) and 19°C (66°F). With rainfall of 97 mm (3.8 in) to 115 mm (4.5 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Paisley

What is the best time to visit Paisley?

June typically offers the most optimal weather in Paisley. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

What temperatures can I expect in Paisley?

Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in December to 19°C (66°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 Paisley get?

Annual rainfall is around 1359 mm (54 in). January is the wettest month with 139 mm (5.5 in), while May is the driest with 88 mm (3.5 in).

How sunny is Paisley?

Paisley receives around 1,290 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 188 hours, while January is the cloudiest with just 37 hours.

Paisley 3-Day Forecast

Paisley 3-Day Forecast

Paisley on the map

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