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Rothes Climate by Month

Rothes experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to cold weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Rothes is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 2°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Rothes receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 991 mm annually. Year-round, Rothes has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, August, with 98 mm, and the driest month, March, with 70 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Rothes. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.9 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (60 KM, 37 Miles).

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Rothes?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Rothes?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Rothes?
    August tops the wettest month list with 98 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Rothes?
    March is the driest month with 70 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Rothes?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 178 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Rothes

    Wed   Dec 11
    3°C | -5°C
    SW 7 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    2°C | -2°C
    SW 11 km/h
    0.7 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight sleet

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight sleet

    Fri   Dec 13
    3°C | -1°C
    SW 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain