The best times to visit Gloucester for ideal weather are

May 7th to September 30th

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

 

 


Other Gloucester Travel Info

Weather in Gloucester

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gloucester vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 36th 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 Gloucester, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 73.3°F (22.9°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 55.3°F (12.9°C) at night.

Gloucester Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gloucester 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.

Gloucester Perceived Temperature (F)

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Gloucester Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gloucester 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 49.9 45.9 40.8
Feb 49.5 42.4 36.2
Mar 53.1 45.7 38.5
Apr 60.9 51.3 41.1
May 64.7 56.8 47.5
Jun 68.6 61.3 51.9
Jul 69.5 62.2 53.8
Aug 70.1 62.7 54.1
Sep 65.5 57.6 50
Oct 58.4 51.5 44.8
Nov 51.6 46.1 39.8
Dec 45.8 41.4 36.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 9.9 7.7 4.9
Feb 9.7 5.8 2.3
Mar 11.7 7.6 3.6
Apr 16.1 10.7 5.1
May 18.2 13.8 8.6
Jun 20.3 16.3 11.1
Jul 20.8 16.8 12.1
Aug 21.2 17.1 12.3
Sep 18.6 14.2 10
Oct 14.7 10.8 7.1
Nov 10.9 7.8 4.3
Dec 7.7 5.2 2.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gloucester are November, October, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late January. For example, on the week of January 22nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid January with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 8th.

When can you find snow in Gloucester? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Gloucester is often around around February 5th 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 Gloucester.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Gloucester (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% 0 3.8
Feb 27% 2.3 2.3
Mar 24% 0 3.4
Apr 23% 0.4 1.7
May 33% 0 4.1
Jun 26% 0 3.4
Jul 36% 0 5.6
Aug 25% 0 2.9
Sep 20% 0 2.9
Oct 18% 0 2.3
Nov 17% 0.4 2.1
Dec 27% 0 2.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 0 9.7
Feb 27 5.8 5.8
Mar 24 0 8.6
Apr 23 1 4.3
May 33 0 10.4
Jun 26 0 8.6
Jul 36 0 14.2
Aug 25 0 7.4
Sep 20 0 7.4
Oct 18 0 5.8
Nov 17 1 5.3
Dec 27 0 6.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Gloucester has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (62.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (79.6%).

Wind in Gloucester is usually calm. The windiest month is January, followed by March and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.3 knots (9.5 MPH or 15.3 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 early December where average top sustained speeds reach 13.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.3 Gentle breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Feb 4.9 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 7.1 Gentle breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Apr 4.9 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 7.6 Significant breeze
Jun 5.3 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Jul 6 Light breeze 9.2 Significant breeze
Aug 5.8 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.8 Light breeze 7.4 Significant breeze
Oct 4.8 Light breeze 7.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 5 Light breeze 7.6 Significant breeze
Dec 6.1 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 73.3%
Feb 76.3%
Mar 62.8%
Apr 63.6%
May 67.8%
Jun 64.9%
Jul 67.6%
Aug 69.2%
Sep 74.7%
Oct 77.9%
Nov 79.6%
Dec 78.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gloucester?

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 Gloucester, the United Kingdom is August, followed by July and May. 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 Gloucester in December. 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 35.3 in December means 35.3% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Gloucester Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 68.3°F (20.2°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 8 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Gloucester, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 67.2°F (19.6°C) and 47.2°F (8.4°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Gloucester to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 8 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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