Climate of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Area-weighted average across Plymouth. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Plymouth, a subdivision of United Kingdom, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5.9°C / 42.6°F in February to 16.4°C / 61.5°F in July, with rainfall from 54 mm / 2.1 in to 123 mm / 4.8 in depending on the season (1001 mm / 39.4 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C42.8°F | 114 mm4.5″ | — |
| February | 5.9°C42.6°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| March | 7.3°C45.1°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| April | 8.7°C47.7°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| May | 11.7°C53.1°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| June | 14.3°C57.7°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| July | 16.4°C61.5°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| August | 16.3°C61.3°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| September | 14.3°C57.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| October | 11.6°C52.9°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| November | 8.6°C47.5°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| December | 7°C44.6°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Plymouth?
Plymouth, United Kingdom does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.4°C / 61.5°F, and the driest is July at 54 mm / 2.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Plymouth?
Plymouth, United Kingdom has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5.9°C / 42.6°F in February to 16.4°C / 61.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1001 mm / 39.4 in, with the wettest month being December (123 mm / 4.8 in) and the driest July (54 mm / 2.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Plymouth?
The hottest month in Plymouth is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.4°C / 61.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Plymouth?
The coldest month in Plymouth is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 5.9°C / 42.6°F.
When does it rain most in Plymouth?
The wettest month in Plymouth is December, averaging about 123 mm / 4.8 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 54 mm / 2.1 in.