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Coleraine, Northern Ireland Weather History

Causeway Coast and Glens · Northern Ireland, United Kingdom · 45 yrs data
📍 55.1349°N, 6.6687°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
July
Avg 15.0°C
Min 8.4°C
Max 21.5°C
Coldest Month
❄️
January
Avg 5.0°C
Min -0.9°C
Max 10.8°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
October
122 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
April
75 mm
Most Humid
💧
December
92%
Least Humid
🌬️
June
84%
Highest Ever
🌡️
25.6°C
July 2022
Lowest Ever
🧊
-5.4°C
January 1982

Coleraine Climate Overview

Coleraine has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in January, while rainfall is highest during autumn months.

Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January10.8°C-0.9°C5.0°C91%1075.50.50
February10.4°C-0.4°C5.0°C90%865.51.11
March12.1°C-0.0°C6.0°C89%905.02.19
April🌨️14.7°C1.1°C7.9°C86%754.33.76
May🌤️18.1°C3.6°C10.8°C84%784.04.91
June20.2°C6.3°C13.3°C84%873.84.96
July21.5°C8.4°C15.0°C86%983.74.51
August20.7°C8.5°C14.6°C86%1073.93.77
September19.3°C6.6°C13.0°C87%984.42.63
October16.1°C3.9°C10.0°C89%1224.91.38
November13.0°C1.5°C7.2°C91%1105.00.63
December11.3°C0.1°C5.7°C92%1145.10.35

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Coleraine Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Coleraine

January is Coleraine's coldest month, with average lows reaching -0.9°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · -0.4°C10.8°C

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Coleraine

Summer temperatures in Coleraine peak in July, climbing to 21.5°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · 7.8°C20.8°C

🌤️ Conditions are ideal for outdoor activities throughout the day in this Mild Summer.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Coleraine

Coleraine sees its highest rainfall in October, receiving approximately 122 mm of precipitation.
🌧️October to December (avg) · up to 122 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Coleraine Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Coleraine, with average highs reaching 21.5°C, while January is the coldest with lows dropping to -0.9°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Coleraine

Coleraine receives its highest rainfall in October, while humidity peaks during winter months.
🌧️ Wettest: October 122 mm☀️ Driest: April 75 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 92% in December · annual avg 88%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:9.5°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1171 mm
Avg Humidity:88%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Coleraine's recorded history was 2025 (avg: 10.9°C), while the coldest was 1986 (avg: 8.2°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Coleraine's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Coleraine's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 25.6°C in July 2022, while the lowest dropped to -5.4°C in January 1982.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Coleraine shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has decreased in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025 🔥
4.2°C10.9°C17.6°C106888%4.4 m/s
2024
4.1°C10.2°C16.2°C100988%4.6 m/s
2023
4.2°C10.5°C16.8°C128588%4.4 m/s
2022
4.3°C10.4°C16.5°C113988%4.6 m/s
2021
3.9°C10.2°C16.5°C109088%4.1 m/s
2020
3.4°C9.6°C15.8°C134788%4.8 m/s
2019
3.4°C9.7°C15.9°C126688%4.4 m/s
2018
3.0°C9.6°C16.2°C113988%4.5 m/s
2017
3.5°C9.6°C15.6°C120688%4.6 m/s
2016
3.8°C9.9°C16.0°C111289%4.4 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Coleraine?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Coleraine, Northern Ireland, with average high temperatures around 21.5°C.

What is the coldest month in Coleraine?

January is the coldest month in Coleraine, with average low temperatures around -0.9°C.

What is the rainiest month in Coleraine?

October receives the most rainfall with approximately 122 mm, while April is the driest with 75 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Coleraine?

The highest recorded temperature was 25.6°C in July 2022. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Coleraine?

The lowest recorded temperature was -5.4°C in January 1982.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Coleraine get?

Coleraine receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 4.96 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Northern Ireland.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45