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Weather & Climate in Carnoustie, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Carnoustie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 285 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
58°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.5026°N, 2.7053°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.0.
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 113 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 101 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.6 in |
Carnoustie has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.8").