Scarborough (ME) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Scarborough can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to very cold.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Scarborough. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 1°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -9°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Scarborough has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1364 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Scarborough enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In June, you can expect around 145 mm of precipitation, while in January, Scarborough receives about 88 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Scarborough can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 3°C in March to 18°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Scarborough.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 77%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Scarborough in the United States of America
During the months of June, July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 145 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 88 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 278 hours of sunshine.
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