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The Mumbles, Wales Temperature & Weather History

Swansea · Wales, United Kingdom · Climate data since 1981
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📍 51.5730°N, 3.9992°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

The Mumbles Climate Overview

The Mumbles has a temperate climate with warm summers and mild winters.

Temperatures peak in August and drop to their lowest in February, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

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

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January☔7.5°C5.8°C4.1°C12.3°C-6.6°C90%1105.30.81
February☔7.5°C5.6°C3.8°C13.2°C-6.5°C90%825.21.49
March☔9.1°C6.8°C4.6°C16.4°C-4.4°C88%804.72.53
April🌨️11.4°C8.6°C5.8°C20.4°C-0.7°C85%644.03.97
May🌤️14.4°C11.5°C8.6°C23.4°C2.4°C83%673.85.00
June🌤️17.0°C14.2°C11.4°C25.5°C6.1°C83%713.75.31
July☀️18.8°C16.1°C13.5°C27.3°C9.1°C84%743.75.12
August☔18.8°C16.3°C13.8°C27.8°C9.0°C84%833.94.25
September☔17.2°C14.7°C12.3°C25.0°C6.1°C85%874.23.16
October☔14.1°C12.1°C10.0°C21.5°C2.3°C87%1204.81.81
November☔10.7°C8.9°C7.2°C16.6°C-1.0°C89%1154.90.97
December☔8.4°C6.8°C5.2°C14.1°C-3.0°C91%1245.30.60

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

🌍 Weather in The Mumbles Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in The Mumbles

February is The Mumbles's coldest month, with average lows reaching 3.8°C. The coldest it has ever been that month is -6.5°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 4.4°C – 7.8°C

🧥 Light layers are sufficient — this Mild Winter stays cool without prolonged hard freezes.

☀️ Summer in The Mumbles

Summer temperatures in The Mumbles peak in August, with average highs of 18.8°C. The hottest it has ever been that month is 27.8°C.
🌡️July to September (avg) · 13.2°C – 18.3°C

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

🌧️ Rainy Season in The Mumbles

The Mumbles sees its highest rainfall in December, receiving approximately 124 mm of precipitation.
🌧️October to December (avg) · up to 124 mm

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

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ The Mumbles Monthly Temperature Guide

August is the hottest month in The Mumbles, with average highs reaching 18.8°C, while February is the coldest with lows dropping to 3.8°C.

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

These seasonal patterns offer comfortable conditions year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in The Mumbles

December is the wettest month in The Mumbles with about 124 mm, while April is the driest at 64 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the winter months. Humidity stays high (around 87%), peaking during winter months, which creates cold and damp conditions.

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

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:10.6°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1079 mm
Avg Humidity:87%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, The Mumbles's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 27.8°C in August 1990, and its coldest dropped to -6.6°C in January 1987. 2023 was the warmest year overall and 1986 the coolest.

📅 Explore The Mumbles Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in The Mumbles's recorded history was 2023 (avg: 11.7°C), while the coldest was 1986 (avg: 9.1°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ The Mumbles'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 30 years · °C

The Mumbles's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 27.8°C in August 1990, while the lowest dropped to -6.6°C in January 1987.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

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

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
14.0°C11.6°C9.2°C27.4°C0.0°C112986%4.3 m/s
2024
13.5°C11.4°C9.2°C24.0°C-0.2°C128788%4.3 m/s
2023
13.9°C11.7°C9.4°C25.0°C0.2°C128987%4.4 m/s
2022 🔥
14.1°C11.6°C9.2°C26.9°C-0.8°C99086%4.2 m/s
2021
13.2°C10.9°C8.6°C26.2°C-1.6°C121087%4.2 m/s
2020 🌧️
13.5°C11.2°C8.8°C26.6°C1.3°C146986%4.8 m/s
2019
13.2°C11.0°C8.7°C24.7°C0.9°C136387%4.3 m/s
2018
13.3°C11.0°C8.6°C24.3°C-4.5°C117787%4.4 m/s
2017
13.2°C11.0°C8.8°C25.5°C-0.2°C111287%4.4 m/s
2016
13.0°C10.8°C8.5°C25.1°C0.4°C107987%4.3 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in The Mumbles?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), August is typically the hottest month in The Mumbles, Wales, with average high temperatures around 18.8°C.

What is the coldest month in The Mumbles?▼

February is the coldest month in The Mumbles, with average low temperatures around 3.8°C.

What is the rainiest month in The Mumbles?▼

December receives the most rainfall with approximately 124 mm, while April is the driest with 64 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in The Mumbles?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 27.8°C in August 1990. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in The Mumbles?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was -6.6°C in January 1987.

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 The Mumbles get?▼

The Mumbles receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 5.31 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Wales.

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: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45