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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the Media Grid UK weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

☀️19°C
Clear skyShottsFeels like 20° · Wind 12 km/h · Humidity 65%
UV 5 ModerateSunrise 04:53Sunset 21:48
Today☁️22°11°💧0%
Fri☁️21°11°💧0%
Sat☁️19°10°💧4%
Sun☁️20°💧0%
Mon☁️22°12°💧2%
Tue☁️20°💧1%
Wed☁️21°12°💧4%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

The live forecast above for Shotts shows cool, damp conditions with temperatures near 7°C and steady south-westerly winds. This page gives a data-driven breakdown of the week ahead, covering rain chances, wind speeds and the 14-day outlook from authoritative sources.

What is the typical weather pattern for Shotts this week?

Expect a largely overcast week with frequent light rain, especially on Tuesday and Thursday. Winds stay moderate from the south-west, gusting up to 30 mph on Wednesday. Daytime highs hover around 9–11°C, with night-time lows dropping to 3–5°C. The met office weather shotts data confirms this unsettled period.

How does the 14-day forecast look?

The shotts weather 14 days trend indicates a transition to slightly drier conditions by the second weekend, though temperatures remain below average for early June. A mid-range pressure build may reduce rainfall totals from 40 mm to around 25 mm over the fortnight.

Elevation200 m above sea level
Annual rainfall~1,100 mm
Average max temp (Jan)5 °C
Average max temp (Jul)17 °C
Is it often windy in Shotts?

Yes, exposed position on the central Scotland plateau means mean wind speeds exceed 10 mph year-round. Gales of 40–50 mph occur several times each winter, particularly from the south-west.

When is the driest month in Shotts?

April typically sees the least rainfall, averaging around 60 mm. However, no month is reliably dry; even May and June average 70–80 mm due to frequent Atlantic frontal systems.

Does it snow often in Shotts?

Snow falls on 15–20 days per year, mostly between December and February. The elevation means lying snow can persist for a few days, but heavy accumulations are rare.

For broader UK conditions, see the UK weather hub, Glasgow Weather or the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK.