Region in Cumbria, United Kingdom
Lake District weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lake District
May–June has long days and fewer crowds; September–October brings clear light and autumn color. July–August is crowded, and it rains in every season.
Lake District weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°125 mm
- Feb6°100 mm
- Mar8°87 mm
- Apr10°67 mm
- May14°80 mm
- Jun16°96 mm
- Jul18°113 mm
- Aug17°128 mm
- Sep16°100 mm
- Oct12°130 mm
- Nov9°129 mm
- Dec7°135 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C42°F | 3°C37°F | 125 mm | 93% | Cold |
| February | 6°C42°F | 2°C36°F | 100 mm | 92% | Cold |
| March | 8°C46°F | 3°C37°F | 87 mm | 90% | Cold |
| April | 10°C51°F | 5°C40°F | 67 mm | 87% | Cold |
| May | 14°C56°F | 7°C45°F | 80 mm | 84% | Cool |
| June | 16°C61°F | 10°C51°F | 96 mm | 84% | Cool |
| July | 18°C64°F | 12°C54°F | 113 mm | 85% | Cool |
| August | 17°C63°F | 12°C54°F | 128 mm | 87% | Cool |
| September | 16°C60°F | 10°C51°F | 100 mm | 88% | Cool |
| October | 12°C54°F | 8°C47°F | 130 mm | 90% | Cool |
| November | 9°C48°F | 5°C42°F | 129 mm | 92% | Cold |
| December | 7°C44°F | 3°C38°F | 135 mm | 93% | 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 Lake District?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June has long days and fewer crowds; September–October brings clear light and autumn color. July–August is crowded, and it rains in every season.
When is the rainy season in Lake District?
Rain peaks in December with about 135 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lake District?
July, with average highs of 18°C (64°F).
How cold does Lake District get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 2°C (36°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Lake District National Park
- Stagecoach Cumbria
- Windermere Lake Cruises
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.