Swansea Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Swansea sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be pleasant at the high end
to roughly cold at the low end.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Swansea, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°C during cooler months like February.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Swansea experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1334 mm of precipitation annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 146 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days. In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 83 mm of rainfall spread across 14 rainy days.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
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Swansea. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 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 humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 89%. In June, 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
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Swansea 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 9°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 146 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 83 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 202 hours of sunshine.
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