The best times to visit Peterhead for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Peterhead Travel Info

Weather in Peterhead

Temperature

Average temperatures in Peterhead vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 19th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Peterhead, the hottest months are July, August, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 64.5°F (18.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.6°F (12°C) at night.

Peterhead Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Peterhead Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Peterhead Perceived Temperature (F)

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Peterhead Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Peterhead Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 43.9 40.3 35.9
Feb 44.9 41 36.5
Mar 47.4 42.7 37.9
Apr 53.2 47.1 41.6
May 55.6 49.6 43.8
Jun 58.8 53.6 49.1
Jul 62.7 57.2 52.5
Aug 61.9 56.8 51.8
Sep 59.7 54.8 49.9
Oct 54.8 50.3 45.4
Nov 49.3 45.4 40.3
Dec 43.9 40.1 35.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.6 4.6 2.2
Feb 7.2 5 2.5
Mar 8.6 5.9 3.3
Apr 11.8 8.4 5.3
May 13.1 9.8 6.6
Jun 14.9 12 9.5
Jul 17.1 14 11.4
Aug 16.6 13.8 11
Sep 15.4 12.7 9.9
Oct 12.7 10.2 7.4
Nov 9.6 7.4 4.6
Dec 6.6 4.5 1.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Peterhead are May, April, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late November with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of November 19th.

When can you find snow in Peterhead? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around April, especially close to late March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Peterhead is often around around December 3rd when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Peterhead.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Peterhead (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 33% 1.7 2.6
Feb 26% 9.2 2.3
Mar 23% 0.4 2.1
Apr 18% 37.8 1.5
May 17% 0 2
Jun 20% 0 2.2
Jul 23% 0 3.2
Aug 30% 0 4
Sep 21% 0 2.9
Oct 25% 6.1 3.1
Nov 38% 7 3.4
Dec 30% 8.1 3.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 33 4.3 6.6
Feb 26 23.4 5.8
Mar 23 1 5.3
Apr 18 96 3.8
May 17 0 5.1
Jun 20 0 5.6
Jul 23 0 8.1
Aug 30 0 10.2
Sep 21 0 7.4
Oct 25 15.5 7.9
Nov 38 17.8 8.6
Dec 30 20.6 8.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Peterhead has some very humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (73.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (80.5%).

Wind in Peterhead is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is January, followed by December and November. January’s average wind speed of around 15.5 knots (17.8 MPH or 28.7 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early December where average top sustained speeds reach 27.6 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Peterhead.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 15.5 Significant breeze 23.7 Very strong breeze
Feb 13.6 Significant breeze 20.9 Strong breeze
Mar 14.2 Significant breeze 22 Very strong breeze
Apr 11.1 Significant breeze 17.7 Strong breeze
May 10.5 Gentle breeze 16.9 Very strong breeze
Jun 9.7 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Jul 10.8 Gentle breeze 16.8 Very strong breeze
Aug 11.2 Significant breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Sep 12.5 Significant breeze 18.9 Very strong breeze
Oct 14.4 Significant breeze 21.7 Strong breeze
Nov 14.5 Significant breeze 22.3 Very strong breeze
Dec 14.8 Significant breeze 23.3 Very strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 75.4%
Feb 76.8%
Mar 73.9%
Apr 74.6%
May 73.4%
Jun 78.6%
Jul 80%
Aug 80.5%
Sep 77.7%
Oct 76.7%
Nov 76.3%
Dec 76.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Peterhead?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for the United Kingdom; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Peterhead, the United Kingdom is July, followed by September and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Peterhead in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 47.3 in December means 47.3% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Peterhead Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 59.5°F (15.3°C) and 46.3°F (7.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Peterhead, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 44.9°F (7.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 11 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Peterhead to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 42.7°F (5.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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