The best times to visit Rickmansworth for ideal weather are

May 21st 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 Rickmansworth Travel Info

Weather in Rickmansworth

Temperature

Average temperatures in Rickmansworth vary greatly. 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 30th 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 Rickmansworth, 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 74.5°F (23.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 56.1°F (13.4°C) at night.

Rickmansworth Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Rickmansworth 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.

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Rickmansworth Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Rickmansworth 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 46.6 41.5 35.1
Feb 47.4 41.5 35.1
Mar 53.1 44.8 36.6
Apr 60.2 50.6 41.1
May 64 55.3 46.3
Jun 69.6 60.6 51.4
Jul 73.4 64.1 55.3
Aug 71.7 62.9 54.7
Sep 67.3 58.5 49.9
Oct 60.6 53.2 45.6
Nov 52.7 47 40.3
Dec 47.4 42.1 35.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.1 5.3 1.7
Feb 8.6 5.3 1.7
Mar 11.7 7.1 2.6
Apr 15.7 10.3 5.1
May 17.8 12.9 7.9
Jun 20.9 15.9 10.8
Jul 23 17.8 12.9
Aug 22.1 17.2 12.6
Sep 19.6 14.7 9.9
Oct 15.9 11.8 7.6
Nov 11.5 8.3 4.6
Dec 8.6 5.6 2.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Rickmansworth 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 March. For example, on the week of March 12th 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 Rickmansworth? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to early January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Rickmansworth is often around around January 1st 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 Rickmansworth.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Rickmansworth (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 29% 1.7 2.8
Feb 25% 1 2.2
Mar 19% 0.4 1.6
Apr 14% 0.8 1.3
May 22% 0 2.4
Jun 20% 0 1.9
Jul 21% 0 2.6
Aug 20% 0 2.5
Sep 13% 0 1.6
Oct 22% 0 2.4
Nov 27% 0 3
Dec 23% 1.7 2.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 29 4.3 7.1
Feb 25 2.5 5.6
Mar 19 1 4.1
Apr 14 2 3.3
May 22 0 6.1
Jun 20 0 4.8
Jul 21 0 6.6
Aug 20 0 6.4
Sep 13 0 4.1
Oct 22 0 6.1
Nov 27 0 7.6
Dec 23 4.3 6.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Rickmansworth has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (59.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (79.6%).

Wind in Rickmansworth is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by May and December. January’s average wind speed of around 8.5 knots (9.8 MPH or 15.7 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 to mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 15.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Feb 7.9 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Mar 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
May 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jun 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Jul 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Aug 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Sep 6.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Oct 7 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Nov 7.6 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Dec 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.6%
Feb 73.4%
Mar 64.9%
Apr 59.8%
May 60.7%
Jun 60.3%
Jul 60.8%
Aug 65.3%
Sep 68.1%
Oct 75.5%
Nov 79.6%
Dec 79.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Rickmansworth?

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 Rickmansworth, the United Kingdom is January, followed by August and February. 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 Rickmansworth in October. 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 51.9 in October means 51.9% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Rickmansworth Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 66.8°F (19.3°C) and 50.1°F (10.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 7 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 about 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Rickmansworth, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 69.5°F (20.8°C) and 48.2°F (9°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 slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Rickmansworth to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 50.1°F (10.1°C) and 44.7°F (7.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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