Climate Overview
The climate in Arbroath is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 941mm of precipitation falls per year. Arbroath receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Arbroath is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 4°C. Light snow can occur between January and March.
Temperature
Arbroath sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 16°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 15°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Arbroath is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 941mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 78mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 127mm of rainfall. December and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 47mm. That's 79mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and March, totalling around 10cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.
Wind
Arbroath is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/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 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 11km/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 26km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 23km/h in autumn.
Seasons
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Arbroath, which began on June 21, 2026. Arbroath is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 5 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 169mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 209mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 7 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 306mm across the season with a monthly average of 102mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 4 to 8°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 257mm for the season, averaging 86mm per month. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 26km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Arbroath 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.