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- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average snowfall
- Average snowfall days
- Average sea temperature
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Weather in January
January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Lerwick, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.3°C (41.5°F) and an average high of 7.3°C (45.1°F). Lerwick, United Kingdom, experiences an average high-temperature of a still chilly 7.3°C (45.1°F) in January, marking an insignificant shift from 7.9°C (46.2°F) in December. Weather in January »
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Lerwick, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 4.9°C (40.8°F) and max 6.8°C (44.2°F). Lerwick's coldest month, February, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 6.8°C (44.2°F) to a low of 4.9°C (40.8°F). Weather in February »
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also a frosty month in Lerwick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 5.1°C (41.2°F) and max 7.2°C (45°F). Lerwick's shift into March sets the average high-temperature at a still frosty 7.2°C (45°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from February's 6.8°C (44.2°F). Weather in March »
Weather in April
April, the same as March, in Lerwick, United Kingdom, is a frosty spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and an average high of 8.1°C (46.6°F). Lerwick greets April with an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Weather in April »
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Lerwick, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 9.5°C (49.1°F) and an average low of 7.6°C (45.7°F). May records an average high-temperature of a still chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Weather in May »
Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is a cool month in Lerwick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 9.8°C (49.6°F) and 11.5°C (52.7°F). The advent of June presents an average high-temperature of a cool 11.5°C (52.7°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Weather in June »
Weather in July
July is a moderate summer month in Lerwick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.1°C (55.6°F) and 11.7°C (53.1°F). Lerwick records an average high-temperature of a moderate 13.1°C (55.6°F) as July arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Weather in July »
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another refreshing month in Lerwick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 12.4°C (54.3°F) and 14°C (57.2°F). The warmest temperatures occur during August, when averages reach a peak of 14°C (57.2°F) and a low of 12.4°C (54.3°F). Weather in August »
Weather in September
September, the first month of the autumn in Lerwick, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 11.5°C (52.7°F) and 12.8°C (55°F). September's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a cool 12.8°C (55°F), barely different from August's 14°C (57.2°F). Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Lerwick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.5°C (49.1°F) and 10.9°C (51.6°F). October's onset records an average high-temperature of a still fresh 10.9°C (51.6°F), a near match to September's 12.8°C (55°F). Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another chilly month in Lerwick, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and an average high of 9.1°C (48.4°F). As Lerwick transitions into November, the average high-temperature stands at a chilly 9.1°C (48.4°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Weather in November »
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Lerwick, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.9°C (46.2°F) and an average low of 5.6°C (42.1°F). A minor adjustment in Lerwick's average high-temperature is noted with the start of December, touching a still chilly 7.9°C (46.2°F) from November's 9.1°C (48.4°F). Weather in December »
[Resources]Frequently asked questions
How many days does it rain in Lerwick?
In Lerwick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 250.8 days and collects up to 719mm (28.31") of precipitation.
When does it snow in Lerwick?
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall.
How many days does it snow in Lerwick?
In Lerwick, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.3 days and aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of snow.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lerwick?
January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lerwick.
What is the coldest time of year in Lerwick?
With an average high-temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F), February is the coldest month in Lerwick, United Kingdom.
What is the snowiest month in Lerwick?
The month with the most snowfall is February, when snow falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow.
What month is the sea coldest in Lerwick?
The month with the coldest seawater in Lerwick, United Kingdom, is March, with an average sea temperature of 7.8°C (46°F).
What is the driest month in Lerwick?
The month with the least rainfall is June, when the rain falls for 14.8 days and typically collects 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Lerwick?
In Lerwick, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in June through October.
When are the longest days in Lerwick?
With an average of 18h and 48min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Lerwick, United Kingdom.
What month has the most sunshine in Lerwick?
The month with the most sunshine is June, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.
When is the highest UV index in Lerwick?
The months with the highest UV index are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the most humid month in Lerwick?
With an average relative humidity of 86%, July is the most humid month in Lerwick.
What part of the year is the hottest in Lerwick?
August is the month when Lerwick's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 14°C (57.2°F) and lows of 12.4°C (54.3°F).
What is the month with the warmest sea water in Lerwick?
The month with the warmest seawater in Lerwick, United Kingdom, is August, with an average sea temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Lerwick?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am, and the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.
What is the least humid month in Lerwick?
December is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
What is the wettest month in Lerwick?
The month with the most rainfall in Lerwick, United Kingdom, is December, when the rain falls for 25.8 days and typically aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Lerwick?
With an average of 6h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lerwick.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Lerwick?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.
Average temperature
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.8°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).
Average pressure
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in January:
1004.3mbar - Average pressure in February:
1005.2mbar - Average pressure in March:
1008.8mbar - Average pressure in April:
1013.2mbar - Average pressure in May:
1014.3mbar - Average pressure in June:
1014.3mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1011.4mbar - Average pressure in August:
1009.6mbar - Average pressure in September:
1010.1mbar - Average pressure in October:
1009.1mbar - Average pressure in November:
1004.5mbar - Average pressure in December:
1002.5mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.5mbar).
Average wind speed
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in January:
38.7km/h - Average wind speed in February:
35km/h - Average wind speed in March:
32.4km/h - Average wind speed in April:
28.2km/h - Average wind speed in May:
24.6km/h - Average wind speed in June:
22.9km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
22.5km/h - Average wind speed in August:
23.8km/h - Average wind speed in September:
29.5km/h - Average wind speed in October:
33km/h - Average wind speed in November:
34.9km/h - Average wind speed in December:
37.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (38.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (22.5km/h).
Average humidity
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (75%).
Average rainfall
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (32mm).
Average rainfall days
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in January:
24.7 days - Average rainfall days in February:
20.6 days - Average rainfall days in March:
23 days - Average rainfall days in April:
17.3 days - Average rainfall days in May:
17.3 days - Average rainfall days in June:
14.8 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
18.8 days - Average rainfall days in August:
21.1 days - Average rainfall days in September:
20 days - Average rainfall days in October:
22.8 days - Average rainfall days in November:
24.6 days - Average rainfall days in December:
25.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.8 days).
Average snowfall
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in January:
1.3 days - Average snowfall days in February:
2.2 days - Average snowfall days in March:
2.2 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0.9 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.3 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0 days - Average snowfall days in November:
0.6 days - Average snowfall days in December:
1.7 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.8°C).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in January:
6h and 5min - Average daylight in February:
9h and 1min - Average daylight in March:
11h and 5min - Average daylight in April:
14h and 4min - Average daylight in May:
17h and 1min - Average daylight in June:
18h and 5min
- Average daylight in July:
18h and 0min - Average daylight in August:
15h and 4min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 5min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 1min - Average daylight in November:
7h and 3min - Average daylight in December:
6h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January:
2h and 4min - Average sunshine in February:
3h and 1min - Average sunshine in March:
4h and 1min - Average sunshine in April:
6h and 5min - Average sunshine in May:
7h and 4min - Average sunshine in June:
9h and 2min
- Average sunshine in July:
7h and 5min - Average sunshine in August:
7h and 1min - Average sunshine in September:
6h and 0min - Average sunshine in October:
3h and 5min - Average sunshine in November:
3h and 4min - Average sunshine in December:
2h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days
Lerwick, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in January:
2.9 days - Average sunshine days in February:
3.3 days - Average sunshine days in March:
4 days - Average sunshine days in April:
9.2 days - Average sunshine days in May:
11.6 days - Average sunshine days in June:
12.1 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
8.7 days - Average sunshine days in August:
7.1 days - Average sunshine days in September:
6.8 days - Average sunshine days in October:
5.2 days - Average sunshine days in November:
2.2 days - Average sunshine days in December:
2.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2.1 days).
Average UV index
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 56).
Average visibility
Lerwick, United Kingdom
The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, November and December (9km).
Lerwick, United Kingdom
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