The best times to visit Ilminster for ideal weather are

June 4th to September 23rd

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

 

 


Other Ilminster Travel Info

Weather in Ilminster

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ilminster vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 23rd 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 Ilminster, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 71.8°F (22.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 50.5°F (10.3°C) at night.

Ilminster Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ilminster 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.

Ilminster Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ilminster Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ilminster 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 47.4 42.1 32.7
Feb 47.9 41.8 32.9
Mar 52.2 44.3 33.8
Apr 58.4 49 36.6
May 62.4 54 41.4
Jun 67.5 59 47.2
Jul 70.6 61.9 49.4
Aug 68.8 61 49.9
Sep 66.1 57.4 44.9
Oct 60.2 53.2 41.4
Nov 53.1 47.5 38.5
Dec 48.2 42.6 34.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.6 5.6 0.4
Feb 8.8 5.4 0.5
Mar 11.2 6.8 1
Apr 14.7 9.4 2.6
May 16.9 12.2 5.2
Jun 19.7 15 8.4
Jul 21.4 16.6 9.7
Aug 20.4 16.1 9.9
Sep 18.9 14.1 7.2
Oct 15.7 11.8 5.2
Nov 11.7 8.6 3.6
Dec 9 5.9 1.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ilminster are September, April, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid April. For example, on the week of April 9th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Ilminster? Weather stations report far greater snow than most tourist destinations snow through most of the year likely to be deepest around October, especially close to late October. The best time to ski (if at all) in Ilminster is often around around December 17th 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 Ilminster.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ilminster (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 32% 1.1 3.1
Feb 26% 6 2.1
Mar 18% 0 1.5
Apr 16% 52 1.5
May 20% 34.6 2.1
Jun 19% 0.4 2.3
Jul 23% 0 2.5
Aug 22% 0 2.6
Sep 15% 0 1.5
Oct 26% 52.8 2.9
Nov 28% 37.1 2.9
Dec 27% 10.5 2.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 32 2.8 7.9
Feb 26 15.2 5.3
Mar 18 0 3.8
Apr 16 132.1 3.8
May 20 87.9 5.3
Jun 19 1 5.8
Jul 23 0 6.4
Aug 22 0 6.6
Sep 15 0 3.8
Oct 26 134.1 7.4
Nov 28 94.2 7.4
Dec 27 26.7 7.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Ilminster has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (68.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (83.3%).

Wind in Ilminster is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and March. January’s average wind speed of around 8.8 knots (10.1 MPH or 16.3 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 late December where average top sustained speeds reach 17.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.8 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Feb 8.2 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Mar 8.2 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Apr 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
May 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Jul 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Aug 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Sep 6.6 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Oct 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Nov 8 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Dec 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 81.8%
Feb 79.3%
Mar 72.7%
Apr 69.4%
May 68.4%
Jun 69.5%
Jul 70.7%
Aug 73.6%
Sep 74.6%
Oct 79.7%
Nov 81.8%
Dec 83.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ilminster?

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 Ilminster, the United Kingdom is September, followed by August and October. 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 Ilminster 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 62.4 in December means 62.4% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Ilminster Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 49.7°F (9.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow 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 moderate precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Ilminster, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 67.7°F (19.8°C) and 48.7°F (9.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Ilminster to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.7°F (9.8°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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