Herne Bay Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Herne Bay’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United Kingdom.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Herne Bay, temperatures can shift dramatically between pleasant in summer and cold in winter. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 22°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 4°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Herne Bay by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak. August, the city’s warmest month, sees 196 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 61 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 13 days. It records 70 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in the United Kingdom Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Herne Bay Temperatures Compared World Wide
Herne Bay’s average annual maximum temperature is 15°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Herne Bay’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Herne Bay climate page.
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