Which is the warmest month in Galloway Forest?

The warmest time of year in Galloway Forest is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 16°C.

Which month has the most rain in Galloway Forest?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Galloway Forest with 253mm on average. There are normally 22 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Galloway Forest?

The sunniest time of year in Galloway Forest is normally May with bright sunshine on average for 35% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Galloway Forest

Q: When is the best time to visit Galloway Forest?

The best time to visit Galloway Forest is May and June based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Galloway Forest?

The best time to visit Galloway Forest is May and June based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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The weather guide for Scotland (Galloway Forest) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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