The best times to visit Wigan for ideal weather are

June 4th 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 Wigan Travel Info

Weather in Wigan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wigan 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 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 Wigan, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 74.3°F (23.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 52.7°F (11.5°C) at night.

Wigan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wigan 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.

Wigan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Wigan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wigan 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 45.3 40.6 35.7
Feb 45.7 40.2 34.7
Mar 49.3 41.5 33.9
Apr 57.2 47.8 38.4
May 59.7 51.8 44
Jun 67 57.5 47.6
Jul 72.2 62.2 51.8
Aug 68.8 60 51.8
Sep 65.2 55.7 46.5
Oct 59.8 52.8 45.6
Nov 51.5 46.1 39.7
Dec 49 44 37.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.4 4.8 2.1
Feb 7.6 4.6 1.5
Mar 9.6 5.3 1.1
Apr 14 8.8 3.6
May 15.4 11 6.7
Jun 19.4 14.2 8.7
Jul 22.3 16.8 11
Aug 20.4 15.6 11
Sep 18.4 13.2 8.1
Oct 15.4 11.6 7.6
Nov 10.8 7.8 4.3
Dec 9.4 6.7 3.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wigan are June, April, 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 mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.

When can you find snow in Wigan? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around May, especially close to late May. The best time to ski (if at all) in Wigan is often around around May 21st 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 Wigan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Wigan (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 39% 1.2 3.2
Feb 29% 0.8 2.2
Mar 20% 0.8 2
Apr 14% 0 1.1
May 35% 5.9 3.6
Jun 13% 0 1.7
Jul 24% 0 2.6
Aug 29% 0 3.2
Sep 17% 0 1.4
Oct 32% 1.1 2.9
Nov 36% 5.5 3.3
Dec 40% 0 4.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 39 3 8.1
Feb 29 2 5.6
Mar 20 2 5.1
Apr 14 0 2.8
May 35 15 9.1
Jun 13 0 4.3
Jul 24 0 6.6
Aug 29 0 8.1
Sep 17 0 3.6
Oct 32 2.8 7.4
Nov 36 14 8.4
Dec 40 0 11.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Wigan has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is April (68.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (84.7%).

Wind in Wigan is usually calm. The windiest month is December, followed by February and January. December’s average wind speed of around 8.1 knots (9.4 MPH or 15.1 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 January and early February where average top sustained speeds reach 16.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 7.9 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Feb 8 Gentle breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Mar 7.5 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Apr 6.8 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Jun 5.9 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.7 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Aug 6.4 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Sep 4.8 Light breeze 9.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6.7 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Nov 6.7 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Dec 8.1 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 81.2%
Feb 75.3%
Mar 72.1%
Apr 68.5%
May 71.9%
Jun 70.9%
Jul 69.5%
Aug 72.5%
Sep 77.1%
Oct 80.8%
Nov 84.7%
Dec 81.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wigan?

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 Wigan, the United Kingdom is July, followed by March 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 Wigan in June. 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 66.3 in June means 66.3% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Wigan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the 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 the least precipitation with 4 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Wigan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 66.1°F (18.9°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 11 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 Wigan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 41.1°F (5.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 8 to 13 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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