The best times to visit South Glasgow for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 9th

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

 

 


Other South Glasgow Travel Info

Weather in South Glasgow

Temperature

Average temperatures in South Glasgow 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 South Glasgow, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 68.4°F (20.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 49°F (9.4°C) at night.

South Glasgow Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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South Glasgow 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.

South Glasgow Perceived Temperature (F)

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South Glasgow Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average South Glasgow 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 43.3 39.2 33
Feb 45 39.7 32.5
Mar 48.5 41.9 34
Apr 54.9 46.6 36.7
May 58.9 50.6 40.5
Jun 64.1 55.7 44.6
Jul 67 58.6 48
Aug 65.1 57.3 46.3
Sep 61.3 54.2 44.1
Oct 55.5 49.3 39.9
Nov 48.7 43.7 36.5
Dec 43.4 38.7 32.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.3 4 0.6
Feb 7.2 4.3 0.3
Mar 9.2 5.5 1.1
Apr 12.7 8.1 2.6
May 14.9 10.3 4.7
Jun 17.8 13.2 7
Jul 19.4 14.8 8.9
Aug 18.4 14.1 7.9
Sep 16.3 12.3 6.7
Oct 13.1 9.6 4.4
Nov 9.3 6.5 2.5
Dec 6.3 3.7 0.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in South Glasgow are June, September, and then April. 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 early December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in South Glasgow? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around October, especially close to late October. The best time to ski (if at all) in South Glasgow is often around around October 22nd 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 South Glasgow.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in South Glasgow (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 48% 1.2 6.9
Feb 38% 6.3 4.3
Mar 35% 1 4.1
Apr 31% 0.8 2.8
May 33% 0 3.4
Jun 28% 0 2.9
Jul 34% 0 4.2
Aug 40% 0 5.3
Sep 29% 0 3.7
Oct 43% 63.8 5.8
Nov 46% 2.6 6.4
Dec 52% 4.2 7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 48 3 17.5
Feb 38 16 10.9
Mar 35 2.5 10.4
Apr 31 2 7.1
May 33 0 8.6
Jun 28 0 7.4
Jul 34 0 10.7
Aug 40 0 13.5
Sep 29 0 9.4
Oct 43 162.1 14.7
Nov 46 6.6 16.3
Dec 52 10.7 17.8

 

Humidity and Wind

South Glasgow has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (70.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (85.3%).

Wind in South Glasgow is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by January and February. March’s average wind speed of around 8.6 knots (9.9 MPH or 15.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle 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 16.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.6 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
Feb 7.8 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Mar 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Apr 7.7 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
May 7.7 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.6 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jul 6.5 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Aug 6.7 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Sep 6.9 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Oct 7 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Nov 7.5 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Dec 7.6 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 83.4%
Feb 82.1%
Mar 76.2%
Apr 71%
May 70.3%
Jun 72.3%
Jul 75.7%
Aug 79%
Sep 80.4%
Oct 83.7%
Nov 84.4%
Dec 85.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to South Glasgow?

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 South Glasgow, 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 South Glasgow 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 very reliable. 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 South Glasgow Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 63.2°F (17.3°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 9 to 11 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 comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 8 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in South Glasgow, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 62.9°F (17.2°C) and 44.7°F (7.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 9 to 14 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 South Glasgow to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 11 to 16 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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