Thurso Climate by Month
The weather in Thurso sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be mild at the high end
to roughly cold at the low end.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
The weather in Thurso changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in August to a chilly 8°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Thurso experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1029 mm of precipitation annually. Precipitation levels in Thurso remain relatively steady throughout the year. October has the most rain, with 107 mm over 22 days. In April, this drops slightly to 71 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Thurso serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.0 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Thurso in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:August has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 107 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 71 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 195 hours of sunshine.
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