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Wigton Climate by Month

Wigton experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to cold weather. 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 day and night temperature

The climate in Wigton is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 2°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Wigton has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1219 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Year-round, Wigton has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 123 mm, and the driest month, April, with 80 mm, is minimal.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Wigton. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.4 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (54 KM, 34 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (54 KM, 34 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Wigton in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Wigton?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Wigton?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Wigton?
    December tops the wettest month list with 123 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Wigton?
    April is the driest month with 80 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Wigton?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 161 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Wigton

    Sat   Dec 14
    10°C | 2°C
    SW 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    13°C | 9°C
    SW 40 km/h
    0.5 mm
    overcast and  chance of slight rain

    overcast and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    11°C | 9°C
    SW 36 km/h
    0.8 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain