Swanage Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Swanage varies moderately throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from pleasant
to cold.
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
The climate in Swanage experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in August to a chilly 10°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 5°C in February.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Swanage has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 915 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in Swanage, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 114 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 52 mm over 9 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Swanage Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
In Swanage, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.8 hours per average day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 91%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Forecast for Swanage
partly cloudy and slight rain
overcast and no rain
clear and no rain
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Swanage in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 114 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 52 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 222 hours of sunshine.
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