Mains Castle

Castle 15th-century Scottish tower house near Montrose

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Mains Castle
Mains Castle, near Dundee, Angus/Perthshire boundary, Scotland (historic site)
56.4856, -2.9581

How to Get to Mains Castle #

Mains Castle is in the area near Dundee on the boundary of Angus and Perthshire; the precise location depends on the historic estate name. Access is generally by local roads from Dundee or Perth and by car or taxi. Check local heritage listings for exact directions and opening arrangements.

Tips for Visiting Mains Castle #

  • Check opening times before visiting as access can be limited and part of the castle is privately managed.
  • Wear sturdy footwear - the castle has uneven stone stairways and riverside paths.
  • Combine the visit with a walk along the River Tay and nearby villages for a fuller sense of the area.

Best Time to Visit Mains Castle #

May-September is the most comfortable period to visit Mains Castle and surrounding countryside.

Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 8-18°C
Milder weather and longer daylight for exploring the grounds.
Winter
December-February · -2 to 8°C
Cold and often wet - limited accessibility.

Weather & Climate near Mains Castle #

Climate

Mains Castle's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (698 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 30 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 76 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
16.2h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.3h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
16.8h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
14.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
94%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.0h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight

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