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Scarborough (ME) Climate by Month

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 day and 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, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -9°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

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

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Portland, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Portland, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Scarborough ranges from 3°C in March to 18°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Portland, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Scarborough?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Scarborough?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Scarborough?
    June tops the wettest month list with 145 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Scarborough?
    January is the driest month with 88 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Scarborough?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 278 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Scarborough (ME)

    Fri   Nov 22
    11°C | 5°C
    E 29 km/h
    21 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    8°C | 3°C
    NW 22 km/h
    16 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Sun   Nov 24
    9°C | 2°C
    NW 29 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain