The best times to visit Shotts for ideal weather are

June 25th to August 19th

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

 

 


Other Shotts Travel Info

Weather in Shotts

Temperature

Average temperatures in Shotts 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 far less temperate than some — in the 8th 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 Shotts, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early July where highs are regularly around 64.9°F (18.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 50.1°F (10.1°C) at night.

Shotts Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Shotts 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.

Shotts Perceived Temperature (F)

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Shotts Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Shotts 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 41.1 37.1 32.7
Feb 42.4 37.7 33
Mar 46 39.8 34.2
Apr 52.4 44.5 37.4
May 56.2 48.5 41.1
Jun 61.3 53.6 46.5
Jul 64.2 56.4 49.4
Aug 62.6 55.3 49
Sep 59.1 52.4 46.2
Oct 53.2 47.7 42.1
Nov 46.4 41.9 36.7
Dec 41.4 37.1 31.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.1 2.8 0.4
Feb 5.8 3.2 0.6
Mar 7.8 4.3 1.2
Apr 11.3 6.9 3
May 13.4 9.2 5.1
Jun 16.3 12 8.1
Jul 17.9 13.6 9.7
Aug 17 12.9 9.4
Sep 15.1 11.3 7.9
Oct 11.8 8.7 5.6
Nov 8 5.5 2.6
Dec 5.2 2.8 -0.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Shotts are June, April, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid March. For example, on the week of March 19th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Shotts? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to late January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Shotts is often around around March 12th 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 Shotts.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Shotts (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 43% 2 4.3
Feb 27% 1.1 2.6
Mar 28% 1.5 2.9
Apr 24% 0 1.9
May 28% 0 2.7
Jun 24% 0 2.6
Jul 35% 0 3.8
Aug 30% 0 3
Sep 25% 0 2.6
Oct 30% 0 3.3
Nov 37% 0 4.1
Dec 41% 1.1 4.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 43 5.1 10.9
Feb 27 2.8 6.6
Mar 28 3.8 7.4
Apr 24 0 4.8
May 28 0 6.9
Jun 24 0 6.6
Jul 35 0 9.7
Aug 30 0 7.6
Sep 25 0 6.6
Oct 30 0 8.4
Nov 37 0 10.4
Dec 41 2.8 11.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Shotts has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (74% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (89.9%).

Wind in Shotts is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by March and December. January’s average wind speed of around 13 knots (15 MPH or 24.2 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 March where average top sustained speeds reach 23 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 13 Significant breeze 21.4 Strong breeze
Feb 11.3 Significant breeze 18.6 Strong breeze
Mar 12 Significant breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
Apr 10.7 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
May 10.8 Gentle breeze 17.4 Strong breeze
Jun 8.4 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Jul 8.8 Gentle breeze 14.7 Strong breeze
Aug 10 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Sep 10.3 Gentle breeze 16.7 Strong breeze
Oct 11.1 Significant breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Nov 11.4 Significant breeze 19.3 Strong breeze
Dec 12 Significant breeze 20.2 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 87.4%
Feb 85.6%
Mar 80%
Apr 75%
May 74%
Jun 77.5%
Jul 79.5%
Aug 81.5%
Sep 83.2%
Oct 86.1%
Nov 88.8%
Dec 89.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Shotts?

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 Shotts, the United Kingdom is July, followed by January and September. 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 Shotts 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 66.4 in December means 66.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Shotts Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 60.2°F (15.7°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest 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 7 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Shotts, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 61.4°F (16.3°C) and 42.2°F (5.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 11 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Shotts to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 40°F (4.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 7 to 13 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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