Climate Overview
The climate in Ballywalter is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1031mm of precipitation falls per year. Ballywalter receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ballywalter 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 February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.
Temperature
Ballywalter sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 5°C to 16°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 15°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 7°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
Ballywalter is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1031mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 86mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 113mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 55mm. That's 59mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Ballywalter is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 29km/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 35km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 23km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 12km/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 34km/h in winter, 28km/h in spring, 24km/h in summer, 31km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Ballywalter, which began on March 20, 2026. Ballywalter 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 February near 5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 6 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 194mm for the season, averaging 65mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 28km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 257mm for the season, averaging 86mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 8 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 301mm for the season, averaging 100mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 31km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 5 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 280mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 34km/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 Ballywalter 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. 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.