Last updated: March 2, 2024
Under the Köppen–Geiger climate classification Aberfoyle features a oceanic climate (Cfb). Temperatures typically range between 3 °C (38 °F) and 14 °C (57 °F) through the year, but rarely can drop to -13 °C (8 °F) or can rise to as high as 27 °C (82 °F). The average annual precipitation amounts to about 1698 mm (66.8 inches) and receives 218 rainy days on the 1 mm (0.04 inches) threshold annually. Aberfoyle enjoys an average of 2701 hours of sunshine throughout the year, and daylight varies from 7 hours 0 minutes to 17 hours 32 minutes per day.
The warmest months in Aberfoyle are June, July and August, with daily mean temperatures ranging from 13 to 14 °C (55 - 57 °F) throughout the day. The coldest temperatures usually occur in January, February and December, when daily mean temperatures range from 3 to 4 °C (38 - 39 °F) throughout the day. On average each year, Aberfoyle experiences 0 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) and 56 days below 0 °C (32.0 °F).
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum | 12°C (54°F) |
13°C (55°F) |
16°C (60°F) |
21°C (70°F) |
24°C (75°F) |
27°C (82°F) |
27°C (80°F) |
24°C (75°F) |
24°C (75°F) |
17°C (64°F) |
13°C (56°F) |
11°C (53°F) |
| Mean maximum | 10°C (50°F) |
10°C (51°F) |
12°C (54°F) |
16°C (61°F) |
20°C (69°F) |
21°C (70°F) |
22°C (73°F) |
22°C (71°F) |
19°C (67°F) |
15°C (59°F) |
12°C (54°F) |
10°C (51°F) |
| Average high | 5°C (41°F) |
6°C (42°F) |
7°C (46°F) |
10°C (50°F) |
13°C (56°F) |
16°C (61°F) |
17°C (63°F) |
16°C (62°F) |
14°C (58°F) |
11°C (52°F) |
8°C (46°F) |
6°C (42°F) |
| Daily mean | 3°C (38°F) |
3°C (38°F) |
4°C (40°F) |
6°C (44°F) |
10°C (49°F) |
13°C (55°F) |
14°C (57°F) |
13°C (56°F) |
11°C (53°F) |
8°C (48°F) |
6°C (42°F) |
4°C (39°F) |
| Average low | 1°C (34°F) |
1°C (34°F) |
1°C (35°F) |
3°C (37°F) |
6°C (42°F) |
9°C (48°F) |
11°C (51°F) |
11°C (51°F) |
8°C (47°F) |
6°C (43°F) |
3°C (38°F) |
2°C (35°F) |
| Mean minimum | -6°C (22°F) |
-6°C (21°F) |
-4°C (25°F) |
-4°C (26°F) |
-0°C (32°F) |
4°C (40°F) |
7°C (44°F) |
6°C (43°F) |
2°C (36°F) |
-1°C (30°F) |
-2°C (29°F) |
-4°C (24°F) |
| Minimum | -12°C (11°F) |
-13°C (8°F) |
-7°C (21°F) |
-5°C (23°F) |
-2°C (28°F) |
2°C (37°F) |
6°C (42°F) |
5°C (41°F) |
-3°C (27°F) |
-3°C (28°F) |
-4°C (25°F) |
-7°C (20°F) |
Compare temperature, precipitation, sunshine, UV index in Aberfoyle, Scotland, United Kingdom with other places around the world.
Aberfoyle usually has the most precipitation in February, August and October, with an average of 21 rainy days and 187 mm (7.4 inches) of precipitation per month. The driest months in Aberfoyle are April, May and July. On average, 90 mm (3.6 inches) of precipitation falls during these months.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 123 (4.8) | 198 (7.8) | 158 (6.2) | 62 (2.4) | 89 (3.5) | 134 (5.3) | 120 (4.7) | 166 (6.5) | 135 (5.3) | 197 (7.8) | 157 (6.2) | 159 (6.2) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 1 mm) | 15 | 19 | 20 | 13 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 22 | 18 | 22 | 19 | 19 |
The sunniest months in Aberfoyle are May, June and July, when the sun shines an average of 12 hours 6 minutes a day. Least sunny months in Aberfoyle: January, November and December receive an average of 2 hours 23 minutes of sunshine daily.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 63 | 111 | 165 | 313 | 371 | 371 | 371 | 330 | 259 | 185 | 98 | 59 |
| Mean daily daylight hours | 7h 38m | 9h 34m | 11h 53m | 14h 15m | 16h 23m | 17h 32m | 16h 54m | 14h 59m | 12h 41m | 10h 20m | 8h 11m | 7h 0m |
Aberfoyle experiences the highest level of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in June, July and August, when the maximum UV index can reach values of 6 - 8, which corresponds to the High / Very High category of sun exposure. January, November and December are in the Low exposure category. In these months, the maximum values of the UV index do not exceed 1. For more detailed information, check out our hourly Aberfoyle UV Index data.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UV Index (month maximum) | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Discover in-depth weather details for every month in Aberfoyle. Click through the links below for comprehensive overviews of temperature trends, precipitation levels, sunshine hours, and solar UV radiation specifics. Whether planning a visit or simply curious about Aberfoyle's climate nuances, these monthly breakdowns provide the information you need for an informed understanding of what to expect throughout the year.
Each link leads to a detailed account of the typical weather conditions for that month, providing both locals and tourists with vital information to plan their daily activities, wardrobe, and travel itineraries accordingly.