Climate Chart of York, Great Britain

Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023

Climate overview

Temperature

Monthly mean temperatures are lowest at 4.2 °C in January and reach their highest at 16.9 °C in July. These are averages for each month, not daytime maximum temperatures, so they describe the broad temperature pattern rather than the range a visitor might encounter within a day. The unweighted mean across monthly means is 10.0 °C; it is not a day-weighted annual average.

Rain

Mean daily rainfall is lowest in April at 1.27 mm/day. The highest monthly means are shared by August / October, at 2.51 mm/day. These figures are daily averages, not monthly totals, and they do not show how often rain falls or whether any particular day will be wet. The unweighted mean across monthly means is 2.05 mm/day, a broad summary rather than a day-weighted annual figure.

Sunshine

Mean daily sunshine reaches its highest level in July, at 10.67 hours/day, and its lowest in December, at 3.01 hours/day. These averages can help with planning daylight outdoor activities, but sunshine duration is not the same as day length and does not promise clear conditions on a given day. The unweighted mean across monthly means is 7.07 hours/day.

Snow

The highest monthly mean daily snowfall is recorded in January, at 1.32 mm/day; the unweighted mean across monthly means is 0.35 mm/day. These daily averages do not establish how many days have snowfall, its depth or whether snow remains on the ground, so they cannot indicate snow-cover or skiing conditions.

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For visitors prioritising lower average rainfall, April is a conditional option: its mean daily rainfall is 1.27 mm/day. This does not guarantee dry days or describe rain frequency, so keep suitable wet-weather layers available. Mean daily rainfall is highest in August / October, at 2.51 mm/day; take that average into account when preparing for outings, without treating it as a forecast. Those prioritising cooler monthly mean temperatures can use January as a reference, with a monthly mean of 4.2 °C; it is not a daytime maximum or a prediction for a specific date. For outdoor sightseeing planned around sunshine, the mean daily duration peaks in July at 10.67 hours/day, while the lowest mean is in December at 3.01 hours/day. Sunshine hours are not day length, and these averages do not guarantee the conditions on a particular visit.

The highest monthly mean daily snowfall is 1.32 mm/day in January. Treat this as context rather than a measure of snowy-day frequency, snow depth or persistent cover; it cannot establish whether snow-related activities will be possible. Use the temperature, rainfall and sunshine averages as separate planning criteria rather than as a combined promise of suitable travel weather.

Climate Data Overview for York, Great Britain

Explore the comprehensive climate data for York, Great Britain. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.

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