The best times to visit Alderley Edge for ideal weather are

June 18th to September 16th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Alderley Edge Travel Info

Weather in Alderley Edge

Temperature

Average temperatures in Alderley Edge vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 14th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Alderley Edge, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late June where highs are regularly around 70.2°F (21.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 48.7°F (9.3°C) at night.

Alderley Edge Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Alderley Edge Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Alderley Edge Perceived Temperature (F)

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Alderley Edge Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Alderley Edge Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 44.4 39.6 30.9
Feb 46 40 30.4
Mar 51.1 43.4 31.6
Apr 57.1 48.3 35.5
May 61.1 52.8 40.2
Jun 66.6 57.8 43.8
Jul 67.1 59.7 46.8
Aug 66.6 59.1 45.5
Sep 63.4 56.1 41.2
Oct 57.4 50.7 37.5
Nov 50.1 44.8 35
Dec 42.7 37.5 29.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.9 4.2 -0.6
Feb 7.8 4.4 -0.9
Mar 10.6 6.3 -0.2
Apr 13.9 9.1 1.9
May 16.2 11.6 4.6
Jun 19.2 14.3 6.6
Jul 19.5 15.4 8.2
Aug 19.2 15.1 7.5
Sep 17.4 13.4 5.1
Oct 14.1 10.4 3.1
Nov 10.1 7.1 1.7
Dec 5.9 3.1 -1.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Alderley Edge are April, March, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early May. For example, on the week of April 30th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 16th.

When can you find snow in Alderley Edge? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late November to early December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Alderley Edge is often around around November 26th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Alderley Edge.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Alderley Edge (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 34% 2.5 3.3
Feb 25% 0.9 2.2
Mar 23% 1.2 1.6
Apr 20% 0.9 1.8
May 24% 0 2.2
Jun 27% 0 2.9
Jul 43% 0 4.2
Aug 30% 0 2.9
Sep 25% 0 2.6
Oct 25% 0.8 3.3
Nov 31% 0.5 2.9
Dec 36% 4.9 3.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 6.4 8.4
Feb 25 2.3 5.6
Mar 23 3 4.1
Apr 20 2.3 4.6
May 24 0 5.6
Jun 27 0 7.4
Jul 43 0 10.7
Aug 30 0 7.4
Sep 25 0 6.6
Oct 25 2 8.4
Nov 31 1.3 7.4
Dec 36 12.4 9.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Alderley Edge has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (68.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (85.4%).

Wind in Alderley Edge is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by November and May. January’s average wind speed of around 8.6 knots (9.9 MPH or 15.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 16.5 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Alderley Edge.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Feb 6.9 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Mar 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Apr 6.9 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
May 7.6 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Jun 6.4 Light breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Jul 7.4 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Aug 7 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Sep 7 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Oct 7.3 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Nov 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Dec 7.1 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 83.2%
Feb 82.3%
Mar 73.3%
Apr 70.2%
May 68.1%
Jun 68.8%
Jul 73.5%
Aug 76.6%
Sep 78%
Oct 81.7%
Nov 82.3%
Dec 85.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Alderley Edge?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for the United Kingdom; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Alderley Edge, the United Kingdom is July, followed by October and December. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Alderley Edge in March. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 57.9 in March means 57.9% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Alderley Edge Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 8 to 13 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Alderley Edge, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 64.8°F (18.2°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 8 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Alderley Edge to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48°F (8.9°C) and 40.7°F (4.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 11 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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