The best times to visit Minehead for ideal weather are

June 25th to September 2nd

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

 

 


Other Minehead Travel Info

Weather in Minehead

Temperature

Average temperatures in Minehead vary somewhat. 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 12th 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 Minehead, 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 67°F (19.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 51°F (10.6°C) at night.

Minehead Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Minehead 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.

Minehead Perceived Temperature (F)

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Minehead Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Minehead 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 43.4 38.9 34
Feb 43.9 38.8 34
Mar 48.5 41.3 35.2
Apr 54.1 45.9 38.4
May 58.1 49.9 42.2
Jun 63 54.7 46.9
Jul 65.5 57.5 49.9
Aug 64.4 56.8 49.3
Sep 61.9 54.1 46.7
Oct 56 50 43.2
Nov 49 44.3 38.9
Dec 44.1 39.7 34.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.3 3.8 1.1
Feb 6.6 3.8 1.1
Mar 9.2 5.2 1.8
Apr 12.3 7.7 3.6
May 14.5 9.9 5.7
Jun 17.2 12.6 8.3
Jul 18.6 14.2 9.9
Aug 18 13.8 9.6
Sep 16.6 12.3 8.2
Oct 13.3 10 6.2
Nov 9.4 6.8 3.8
Dec 6.7 4.3 1.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Minehead are April, September, 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 mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there is 1 day 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 Minehead? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to mid January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Minehead is often around around February 12th 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 Minehead.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Minehead (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 49% 4 6.5
Feb 39% 0.8 4.3
Mar 28% 0.8 3.5
Apr 24% 0 2.7
May 30% 0 4
Jun 31% 0 3.8
Jul 33% 0 4.7
Aug 40% 0 4.8
Sep 26% 0 3.7
Oct 41% 0 5.3
Nov 51% 0 6.4
Dec 48% 0 6.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 49 10.2 16.5
Feb 39 2 10.9
Mar 28 2 8.9
Apr 24 0 6.9
May 30 0 10.2
Jun 31 0 9.7
Jul 33 0 11.9
Aug 40 0 12.2
Sep 26 0 9.4
Oct 41 0 13.5
Nov 51 0 16.3
Dec 48 0 17.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Minehead has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (77.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (91.7%).

Wind in Minehead is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and March. January’s average wind speed of around 11.4 knots (13.1 MPH or 21.1 KPH) is considered “a moderate 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 18.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

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 11.4 Significant breeze 17.9 Strong breeze
Feb 10.4 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Mar 10.5 Gentle breeze 16.2 Strong breeze
Apr 9.5 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
May 9.3 Gentle breeze 14.4 Strong breeze
Jun 7.8 Gentle breeze 12.7 Significant breeze
Jul 7.9 Gentle breeze 12.6 Strong breeze
Aug 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Sep 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.2 Strong breeze
Oct 8.8 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
Nov 10.3 Gentle breeze 16.2 Strong breeze
Dec 11 Significant breeze 17.3 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 91.1%
Feb 88.6%
Mar 82.7%
Apr 77.8%
May 80%
Jun 81%
Jul 82.5%
Aug 85.8%
Sep 86.4%
Oct 89.7%
Nov 91.7%
Dec 90.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Minehead?

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 Minehead, 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 Minehead 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 Minehead Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45.8°F (7.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 9 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 brisk. These months see moderate precipitation with 9 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Minehead, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 44.5°F (6.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 8 to 15 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 Minehead to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.8°F (7.7°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 11 to 15 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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