City in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Cambridge weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cambridge
May–Jun and Sep are mild; Jul–Aug is crowded with tourists and summer schools. Winters are cold and dry; term time fills hotels.
Cambridge weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°59 mm
- Feb8°51 mm
- Mar10°48 mm
- Apr14°41 mm
- May17°57 mm
- Jun20°61 mm
- Jul23°63 mm
- Aug22°68 mm
- Sep20°45 mm
- Oct15°69 mm
- Nov10°67 mm
- Dec7°64 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | 2°C35°F | 59 mm | 93% | Cold |
| February | 8°C46°F | 1°C34°F | 51 mm | 90% | Cold |
| March | 10°C51°F | 2°C36°F | 48 mm | 85% | Cold |
| April | 14°C57°F | 4°C40°F | 41 mm | 81% | Cool |
| May | 17°C63°F | 8°C46°F | 57 mm | 79% | Cool |
| June | 20°C69°F | 11°C51°F | 61 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| July | 23°C73°F | 13°C55°F | 63 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C72°F | 12°C54°F | 68 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C67°F | 10°C50°F | 45 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| October | 15°C59°F | 8°C46°F | 69 mm | 87% | Cool |
| November | 10°C51°F | 4°C40°F | 67 mm | 93% | Cold |
| December | 7°C45°F | 2°C36°F | 64 mm | 95% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cambridge?
May–Jun, Sep. May–Jun and Sep are mild; Jul–Aug is crowded with tourists and summer schools. Winters are cold and dry; term time fills hotels.
When is the rainy season in Cambridge?
Rain peaks in October with about 69 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Cambridge?
July, with average highs of 23°C (73°F).
How cold does Cambridge get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 1°C (34°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.