Glasgow Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate of Scotland is temperate, and tends to be very changeable. Winters are usually cold, but don't begin till the end of October. Summers are warm and begin in the end/mid of June. The best time to visit is generally in the summer (July and August). . It can be a bit busy during this period so it is recommended to book a place to stay in advance.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Glasgow, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July to a chilly 8°C in December.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 2°C in December. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Glasgow experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1372 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Glasgow occurs in January, which receives around 141 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Glasgow experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 88 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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
In Glasgow, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.3 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 1.2 hours per average 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 relative humidity is high throughout the year in Glasgow.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 87%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Glasgow in Scotland
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
January tops the wettest month list with 141 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 88 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
