Weather radar Glasgow
Real-time precipitation radar · Schottland · United Kingdom
Glasgow climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Glasgow shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 7.1° | 8.5° | 10.7° | 12.7° | 16.1° | 18.3° | 19.3° | 19.1° | 17.2° | 13.7° | 10.3° | 8° |
| Avg low (°C) | 2.5° | 4° | 3.9° | 4.5° | 8.2° | 10.9° | 12.4° | 12.4° | 10.3° | 8.7° | 5.1° | 3.6° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 97 | 107 | 84 | 64 | 89 | 74 | 84 | 94 | 95 | 141 | 94 | 130 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 17 | 16 | 11 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 13 | 18 | 15 | 18 |
| Sunshine hours | 102 | 121 | 202 | 268 | 303 | 317 | 297 | 278 | 206 | 135 | 104 | 67 |
| Humidity | 88% | 84% | 81% | 75% | 78% | 77% | 81% | 82% | 83% | 86% | 88% | 89% |
Best time to visit Glasgow
The best time to visit Glasgow is typically April. In this month the average high is 12.7°C, precipitation is 64 mm and sunshine duration is 268 hours. The annual average high is 13.4°C, total annual precipitation is 1153 mm (185 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2400 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Glasgow
How up to date is the weather radar for Glasgow?
The weather radar for Glasgow is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Glasgow?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Glasgow: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Glasgow?
The thunderstorm potential for Glasgow is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Glasgow.
What is the climate like in Glasgow?
Glasgow has an annual average high of 13.4°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 19.3°C), the coldest January (avg low 2.5°C). The wettest month is October with 141 mm, the driest April with 64 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1153 mm (185 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2400 hours.
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