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Queensferry Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Queensferry 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 moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Queensferry can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July to a chilly 8°C in December.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 2°C in December. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Queensferry experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 940 mm yearly. The wettest period in Queensferry occurs in October, which receives around 90 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Queensferry experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 65 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Queensferry, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.4 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 per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (4 KM, 3 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (4 KM, 3 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 5°C in March to 13°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (4 KM, 3 Miles).

Forecast for Queensferry

Sat   Jan 11
2°C | -3°C
NE 2 m/s
0.9 mm
broken clouds and  chance of sleet

broken clouds and chance of sleet

Sun   Jan 12
7°C | -3°C
SW 3 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
12°C | 7°C
SW 9 m/s
2 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Queensferry?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Queensferry?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Queensferry?
    October tops the wettest month list with 90 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Queensferry?
    April is the driest month with 65 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Queensferry?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 193 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.