Best Time to Visit Glasgow
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Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (19.3°C high); Jan is rainiest (136 mm).
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Glasgow weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.6 | 1.3 | 136 | 0.7 |
| Feb | 6.9 | 1.4 | 95 | 1.7 |
| Mar | 8.8 | 2.5 | 104 | 3.3 |
| Apr | 11.6 | 3.7 | 59 | 5.5 |
| May | 15.2 | 6.3 | 64 | 7.3 |
| Jun | 17.5 | 9.2 | 61 | 7.6 |
| Jul | 19.3 | 11.3 | 69 | 6.9 |
| Aug | 18.7 | 10.9 | 83 | 5.8 |
| Sep | 15.8 | 8.8 | 114 | 4 |
| Oct | 12.4 | 6.2 | 132 | 2.2 |
| Nov | 9 | 3.2 | 129 | 1 |
| Dec | 7 | 1.8 | 126 | 0.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugMay
Beaches: JulJunMayApr
Hiking: JunMayJulApr
Sightseeing: JunJulAugMay
Glasgow quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Glasgow?
Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 136 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 19.3°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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