Climate Insights for Achduart
Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom
Climate Overview
The climate in Achduart is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,648 mm of precipitation falls per year. Achduart receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Achduart is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 70cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Achduart is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 64.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Achduart receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Achduart is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 37°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 28in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Achduart sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 15°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 13°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Achduart sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 37°F to 60°F. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 60°F with a mean of 56°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 37°F and an average of 40°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Achduart is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,648 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 137 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 184 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 83 mm. That's 101 mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 70cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 22cm.Achduart is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 64.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 7.2 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 3.3 in. That's 4 in less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 28in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 9in.
Wind
Achduart is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 22km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Achduart is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Achduart based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Achduart based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.