Best Time to Visit United Kingdom
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to United Kingdom.
United Kingdom does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (17°C / 62.6°F) and April (50 mm / 2 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers February–September, while the wetter half runs through October–January. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 5°C / 41°F in January to 17°C / 62.6°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 50 mm / 2 in (April) to 95 mm / 3.7 in (November). United Kingdom's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within United Kingdom can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 17°C62.6°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 15°C59°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| August | 17°C62.6°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
No month in United Kingdom fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit United Kingdom?
United Kingdom doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on April (driest, ~50 mm / 2 in) and July (warmest, 17°C / 62.6°F). Regional variation within United Kingdom can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in United Kingdom?
The rainy season in United Kingdom runs through October–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 70 mm / 2.8 in. The wettest single month is November, averaging 95 mm / 3.7 in.
What is the dry season in United Kingdom?
The drier half of the year in United Kingdom covers February–September, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 70 mm / 2.8 in. The driest single month is April with about 50 mm / 2 in.
What months should I avoid visiting United Kingdom?
The least comfortable months for travel in United Kingdom — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are United Kingdom's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 95 mm / 3.7 in in November, and temperatures bottom out at 5°C / 41°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in United Kingdom?
Shoulder-season months in United Kingdom — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include March, April, May, June, September, October, November. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.