Porthcawl Climate by Month
The temperature in Porthcawl varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from pleasant
to cold.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Porthcawl, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in August to a chilly 9°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 4°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Porthcawl has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1225 mm of rainfall annually. Porthcawl offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between December (135 mm) and April (77 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Porthcawl serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.6 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Porthcawl.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Porthcawl in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 135 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 77 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 202 hours of sunshine.
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