The best times to visit Yorkshire for ideal weather are

June 18th 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 Yorkshire Travel Info

Weather in Yorkshire

Temperature

Average temperatures in Yorkshire vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st 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 Yorkshire, 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 71.2°F (21.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 48.4°F (9.1°C) at night.

Yorkshire Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Yorkshire 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.

Yorkshire Perceived Temperature (F)

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Yorkshire Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Yorkshire 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 44.8 40.1 31.8
Feb 45.6 39.8 30.7
Mar 50.5 43 32.6
Apr 56.9 48 35.2
May 61.4 52.8 39.8
Jun 66.2 57.7 45.1
Jul 69.6 61.2 48.5
Aug 69.1 60.9 49.6
Sep 64.7 56.9 44.4
Oct 58.1 51.2 39.6
Nov 50.2 44.7 35.8
Dec 43.9 38.9 31.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.1 4.5 -0.1
Feb 7.6 4.3 -0.7
Mar 10.3 6.1 0.3
Apr 13.8 8.9 1.8
May 16.3 11.6 4.3
Jun 19 14.3 7.3
Jul 20.9 16.2 9.2
Aug 20.6 16.1 9.8
Sep 18.2 13.8 6.9
Oct 14.5 10.7 4.2
Nov 10.1 7.1 2.1
Dec 6.6 3.8 -0.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Yorkshire are April, September, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early April. For example, on the week of April 2nd there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Yorkshire? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Yorkshire is often around around January 15th 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 Yorkshire.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Yorkshire (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 24% 1.5 2.1
Feb 16% 2.3 1.4
Mar 16% 1 1.3
Apr 12% 0.8 1.4
May 15% 0 1.7
Jun 24% 0 2.7
Jul 25% 0 2.7
Aug 25% 0 2.7
Sep 14% 0 1.8
Oct 16% 0 1.8
Nov 21% 1.6 2.1
Dec 21% 3.8 1.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 3.8 5.3
Feb 16 5.8 3.6
Mar 16 2.5 3.3
Apr 12 2 3.6
May 15 0 4.3
Jun 24 0 6.9
Jul 25 0 6.9
Aug 25 0 6.9
Sep 14 0 4.6
Oct 16 0 4.6
Nov 21 4.1 5.3
Dec 21 9.7 4.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Yorkshire has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (63.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (82.1%).

Wind in Yorkshire is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by March and November. January’s average wind speed of around 9.7 knots (11.1 MPH or 17.9 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 17 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 9.7 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Feb 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Mar 9.2 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Apr 8.2 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
May 8.6 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze
Jun 7.2 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jul 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Aug 7.9 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Sep 8.4 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Oct 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Nov 9 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Dec 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 79.5%
Feb 78.6%
Mar 68.6%
Apr 65.7%
May 63.4%
Jun 67.8%
Jul 68.3%
Aug 68.3%
Sep 70.7%
Oct 76.5%
Nov 79.4%
Dec 82.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Yorkshire?

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 Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is July, followed by August and June. 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 Yorkshire in November. 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 68.7 in November means 68.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Yorkshire Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 48.5°F (9.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 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 the most precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Yorkshire, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 67.6°F (19.8°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 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 Yorkshire to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.5°F (9.2°C) and 42.7°F (5.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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