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Portsoy Climate by Month

Temperatures in Portsoy experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be mild, while the cooler months tend to be cold. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Portsoy experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in August to a chilly 8°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 4°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Portsoy has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1006 mm of rainfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, October, sees around 113 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, May, still receives a respectable 65 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Portsoy, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.6 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (61 KM, 38 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (61 KM, 38 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Portsoy in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Portsoy?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Portsoy?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Portsoy?
    October tops the wettest month list with 113 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Portsoy?
    May is the driest month with 65 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Portsoy?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 203 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Portsoy

    Thu   Nov 21
    4°C | -1°C
    W 36 km/h
    20 mm
    broken clouds and sleet

    broken clouds and sleet

    Fri   Nov 22
    2°C | -9°C
    W 18 km/h
    13 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of snow

    partly cloudy and chance of snow

    Sat   Nov 23
    6°C | -8°C
    SE 54 km/h
    14 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain