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| Temp (°C) | 17° 12° | 17° 11° | 19° 12° | 17° 9° | 19° 12° | 16° 10° | 16° 10° |
| Precipitation | 100% | 38% | 99% | 34% | 100% | 100% | 89% |
| Humidity | 84% | 77% | 82% | 75% | 83% | 82% | 77% |
| Wind | 27 km/h | 20 km/h | 33 km/h | 15 km/h | 26 km/h | 26 km/h | 18 km/h |
Best time to visit Glasgow
The best time to visit Glasgow is April to June or September to October, when conditions are comparatively suitable for sightseeing, with May often the sunniest month. July and August are busier, while November to March are generally chillier, wetter and more changeable; flexible plans are useful throughout.
JanuaryTemp (°C)3°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours4Dry Days17
January is cool and frequently wet, around 2-6°C. Atlantic windstorms and heavy rain are common, and a storm can disrupt travel plans.
FebruaryTemp (°C)3°Rain (mm)26Sun Hours4Dry Days17
February is chilly and showery, around 2-7°C, with short days and changeable Atlantic weather. Strong winds and heavy rain can disrupt travel plans.
MarchTemp (°C)5°Rain (mm)30Sun Hours5Dry Days18
March is cool and changeable, around 3-9°C, with frequent showers. Atlantic winds and heavy rain can arrive suddenly, so outdoor plans may be disrupted.
AprilTemp (°C)5°Rain (mm)24Sun Hours7Dry Days20
April is cool to mild, around 4-11°C, with frequent showers and comparatively dry conditions. It suits museums, neighbourhood walks and flexible sightseeing.
MayTemp (°C)8°Rain (mm)29Sun Hours7Dry Days19
May is mild, around 7-15°C, and often the sunniest month, with comparatively dry conditions. Long daylight supports city sightseeing and day trips.
JuneTemp (°C)12°Rain (mm)37Sun Hours8Dry Days18
June is mild, around 10-17°C, with long daylight and comparatively dry conditions. Frequent showers remain possible, while Atlantic winds can disrupt outdoor plans.
JulyTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)47Sun Hours7Dry Days16
July is the warmest part of the year, around 12-18°C, with long daylight and frequent showers. It is a busy visitor period, and Atlantic wind and rain can affect plans.
AugustTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)44Sun Hours7Dry Days17
August is mild, around 11-18°C, with long daylight but frequent showers. It is a busy visitor period, and strong Atlantic wind or rain can disrupt outdoor activities.
SeptemberTemp (°C)11°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours6Dry Days19
September is mild, around 10-16°C, with frequent showers and shortening daylight. It remains suitable for city sightseeing, although Atlantic wind and rain can interrupt outdoor plans.
OctoberTemp (°C)8°Rain (mm)32Sun Hours4Dry Days18
October is cool and wet, around 7-13°C, with autumn bringing frequent heavy rain and strong Atlantic winds. Flexible indoor and outdoor plans work best.
NovemberTemp (°C)5°Rain (mm)32Sun Hours4Dry Days18
November is chilly and wet, around 4-9°C, with short daylight, heavy rain and strong Atlantic winds. Storms can disrupt outdoor activities and travel plans.
DecemberTemp (°C)4°Rain (mm)32Sun Hours4Dry Days17
December is cool and wet, around 3-7°C, with short daylight, heavy rain and strong Atlantic winds. Storms can disrupt festive outings and outdoor sightseeing.
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Guided Celtic Park Stadium Tour
Cost: From 26.85 USD · Duration: 1 hour · ★ 4.9 (3,372 reviews)
Soak up the history, feel the passion and see Celtic Park like never before with a 60-minute guided stadium tour. Take the route of legends from the dressing room down the tunnel, sit in the dugout and take in the atmosphere pitch side.
City Sightseeing Glasgow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Cost: From 27.54 USD · Duration: 1.7 hours · ★ 4.3 (2,034 reviews)
Explore Glasgow, one of the liveliest and most cosmopolitan destinations in Europe with this 1 or 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour of the Red Route. From the open-top deck you'll have fabulous views of Scotland's largest city, and everything it has to offer, including impressive architecture, history and culture! Sit back for a relaxing loop
Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs & Castles Small Group Day Tour from Glasgow
Cost: From 83.47 USD · Duration: 10 hours · ★ 4.9 (1,604 reviews)
See epic ruined castles, listen to tales of old clan rivalries, and venture through brilliant mountain scenery on this tour to the Scottish Highlands.
Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide
Cost: From 19.28 USD · Duration: 1.5 hours · ★ 4.8 (1,553 reviews)
Discover the real Glasgow with the city’s original walking tour company and passionate local guides. Perfect for first-time visitors, this 1.5 hour walking tour is the ideal way to get your bearings, see key sights, and understand the stories that shaped Scotland’s largest city. From medieval beginnings to Victorian grandeur, industrial growth, mod
Loch Ness & the Highlands Day Tour from Glasgow Including Cruise
Cost: From 138.64 USD · Duration: 12 hours · ★ 4.8 (1,242 reviews)
Includes a 50 minute cruise on Loch Ness in the tour price Take the high road to the Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness on a small group day trip from Glasgow. You'll travel through beautiful Glencoe, admire the spectacular Highlands and spend time at Scotland's famous Loch Ness an absolute must on any visit to Scotland!
Celtic Park Tour & Dine Package
Cost: From 69.53 USD · Duration: 3.5 hours · ★ 5.0 (1,096 reviews)
Enjoy a full stadium tour followed by a 3-course meal in the Number 7 restaurant. Please note the time of your restaurant booking will be 1.5 hours after the time of your tour booking.
Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour
Cost: From 89.5 USD · Duration: 11.8 hours · ★ 4.6 (872 reviews)
Take a journey from the city to the beautiful Highlands of Scotland. Enjoy a full day exploring the Scottish Highlands, taking in the atmospheric scenery of Glencoe and Rannoch Moor. Take a boat cruise across Loch Ness and end your day in the picturesque highland village of Pitlochry.
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and Cruise Day Tour from Glasgow
Cost: From 138.16 USD · Duration: 9 hours · ★ 4.8 (609 reviews)
*Includes entrance fee for Stirling Castle and cruise on Loch Lomond Envision gory battles thrashing against the grand walls of Stirling Castle. Follow in the footsteps of the outlaw Rob Roy who hid amongst the hills of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. And explore Loch Lomond, a body of water that’s attracted poets, warriors, and travel
From Glasgow: Scottish Highlands and Loch Ness Day Tour
Cost: From 86.74 USD · Duration: 11.5 hours · ★ 4.9 (480 reviews)
Join our small-group Loch Ness tour from Glasgow for an unforgettable full-day adventure, beginning with a visit to the stunning Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Next, journey deep into the Highlands to explore the legendary Loch Ness, where you can attempt to spot Nessie from the shore or enjoy an optional boat cruise. Along the way, d
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Cost: From 68.84 USD · Duration: 8.5 hours · ★ 4.7 (373 reviews)
Upon leaving Glasgow you will visit the bonnie, bonnie banks of Loch Lomond where you can take a lovely 1 hour cruise across its waters, or you can pay a visit to Loch Lomond Shores for a coffee and beautiful views across the Loch. Next you will traverse the Trossachs National Park where you will witness the ‘Highlands in Miniature’. You will finis
Brief
- Try local specialties such as haggis, Cullen skink, Scotch pies, smoked salmon, tablet and Irn-Bru.
- Glasgow is a good base for day trips to Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and the west coast, but rural travel times can be longer than they appear on a map.
- George Square is partly open again, while redevelopment continues around the remaining fenced section. (
bbc.com)
Safety and health
- Hillwalking conditions can change rapidly, particularly in western Scotland. Carry a map and compass, waterproof clothing, a torch and a charged phone; tell someone your route if walking alone. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Midges are common in damp areas of western Scotland from roughly May to September. Use strong insect repellent and consider a face net around dawn, dusk and still water. (
- Scottish tap water is safe to drink. In remote areas, let the tap run briefly if the water has a temporary brown tint from soil or peat. (
- Recent reports describe disorder, assaults and drug-related problems in parts of Glasgow city centre. Exercise extra caution at night, avoid confrontations and use well-lit routes or licensed transport. (
bbc.co.uk)
Recent News
- 1 September 2026: A deliberate fire at a derelict former nightclub on Sauchiehall Street led to a police cordon and road closures between Pitt Street and Douglas Street. Check local traffic information before travelling through the area. (
glasgowlive.co.uk)
- 2-4 September 2026: Police reported a crackdown on Glasgow city-centre disorder, while further arrests followed disorder linked to Celtic title celebrations. Large football gatherings may cause crowding, road closures and disruption around the city centre. (
- 6 September 2026: CrossCountry has warned that train cancellations caused by a driver shortage may continue into Sunday evening. Verify services before travelling by rail to or from Glasgow. (
- 4 September 2026: The western section of George Square reopened after its major revamp, but construction is expected to continue until the end of October. (
- Scotland's planned £2 bus-fare cap is being introduced on participating services, but not every operator is required to join. Confirm the fare and operator before relying on the cap. (
