York weather and climate
York weather and climate
Day
14 °C
Night
7 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
59 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
87 %
Day
14 °C
Night
7 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
59 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
3 hours
average
Humidity
87 %
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Weather overview for York
Weather overview
York (United Kingdom) in general has a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 6.6 °C (43.9 °F) in January to 20.7 °C (69.3 °F) in July. The driest month is May with just 10 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is January with 13 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 1.1 °C (34.0 °F) in January to 11.9 °C (53.4 °F) in July.
January weather
The day temperature reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 6.6 °C (43.9 °F) in York, while the descent of the sea temperature can be observed, its value is 7.2 °C (44.9 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, its value is 13 days. The wind speed reaches its maximum, its value is 4.7. The night temperature is on its minimum, its value is 1.1 °C (34.0 °F).
February weather
The number of rainy days starts to descent, the value of this measure is 11 days in York, while the rainfall amount is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 38 mm (1.51 in). The sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 6.3 °C (43.3 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, with its value of 2 hours.
March weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value being 9.7 °C (49.5 °F) in York, while the sea temperature is on its minimum in March. The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed in this month. The beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed, with its value being 2.6 °C (36.7 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 3 hours.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 12.2 °C (54.0 °F) in York, while the beginning of the rise of the sea temperature could be noticed in April. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 4.3 °C (39.7 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 4 hours.
May weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 15.5 °C (59.9 °F) in York, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 9.2 °C (48.5 °F). The number of rainy days is on its minimum in May. The night temperature continues to rise, its value is 6.8 °C (44.2 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 6 hours. The humidity reaches its minimum in this month.
June weather
The tourist season is about to start in York. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 18.4 °C (65.1 °F), and the sea temperature continues to rise too, the value of this measure is 11.8 °C (53.3 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 11 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed as well, its value is 57 mm (2.25 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, its value is 6 hours.
July weather
The day temperature reaches its maximum, with its value of 20.7 °C (69.3 °F) in York, while the rise of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value being 14.1 °C (57.4 °F). The night temperature is on its maximum in July. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, its value is 5 hours. There is pending tourist season. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, the value of this measure is 3.4.
August weather
The sea temperature is on its maximum, with its value being 14.7 °C (58.5 °F) in York. The number of rainy days starts to rise, the value of this measure is 11 days, while the maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, its value is 60 mm (2.38 in). The tourist season is close to its peak.
September weather
There is pending tourist season in York. The sea temperature starts to descent, with its value being 13.3 °C (56.0 °F), and the day temperature descent's start could be observed as well, with its value of 17.6 °C (63.7 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value being 10 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well, the value of this measure is 52 mm (2.06 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent.
October weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 13.6 °C (56.5 °F) in York, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 11.7 °C (53.1 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 12 days, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed too, with its value being 59 mm (2.30 in). The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 6.7 °C (44.1 °F). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 3 hours.
November weather
The sea temperature continues to descent, with its value being 10.1 °C (50.2 °F) in York, and the day temperature continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 9.5 °C (49.1 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 13 days. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 2 hours. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 3.8 °C (38.8 °F).
December weather
The sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month in York, and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 6.9 °C (44.4 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum, with its value being 1 hours. The night temperature continues to descent, its value is 1.5 °C (34.7 °F). The day length is on its minimum, with its value being 7 hours. The humidity is on its maximum, its value is 90 %.
FAQs
How many sunny hours can I expect in York in April?
There is an average length of sunshine of 4 hours per day in April in York.
Are there good conditions to visit in York in May?
York can be visited in May - the weather will be moderate. A relatively low temperature of 15.5 °C (59.9 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The temperature of 6.8 °C (44.2 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What is the average number of rainy days in York in June?
There are 11 days, which are rainy in June in York, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.6 days of the week, or in general - 37 % days.
What is the sea temperature in July in York?
The temperature of the sea in July in York is 14.1 °C (57.4 °F). This is a sea temperature for resilient people only, most people won't enjoy swimming in such cold water or will have to use a wetsuit for water activities.
Is August part of the wet season in York?
No, there is no wet season in August in York - you can expect 11 days of rain during the month.
What temperature can I expect during the day in York in September?
In September in York, the average daily temperatures will be 17.6 °C (63.7 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.
What is the air temperature in October in York at night?
The average night temperature in October in York is 6.7 °C (44.1 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.