Port Talbot Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Port Talbot’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations, monthly averages, and other controlling factors.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to cold in Port Talbot. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July to a chilly 9°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 3°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average day and night temperatures in Port Talbot throughout the year:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
July, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 98 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. For more information, please visit our Port Talbot Precipitation page.
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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Port Talbot Temperatures Compared World Wide
Port Talbot’s average annual maximum temperature is 14°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Port Talbot’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Port Talbot climate page.
Current temperature in Port Talbot
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