Climate Overview
The climate in Benbecula Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1528mm of precipitation falls per year. Benbecula Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Benbecula Airport 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, March, January, when temperatures can drop to 6°C. Light snow can occur between January and March.
Temperature
Benbecula Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 14°C with a mean of 14°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Benbecula Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1528mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 127mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 180mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 58mm. That's 122mm less than December, 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 6cm annually. March is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.
Wind
Benbecula Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 11km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 7km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
84 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Benbecula Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Benbecula Airport 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 14°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 6 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 250mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 11 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 333mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 8 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 479mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 466mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 Benbecula Airport 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.
