Climate normals · 1970–2000
Preston Climate
Preston is a city in United Kingdom (ENG) with a population of about 313,332. Its average annual temperature is 9.4°C (49°F), with roughly 1119 mm of rain per year.
9.4°C
Avg Temp
1119
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Preston Climate
Preston has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C (49°F) and receives about 1119 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.4°C
Avg Temp
1119
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4° / 39° | 108 mm |
| February | 4° / 39° | 67 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 89 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 66 mm |
| May | 11° / 52° | 63 mm |
| June | 14° / 57° | 76 mm |
| July | 16° / 60° | 78 mm |
| August | 16° / 60° | 98 mm |
| September | 13° / 56° | 105 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 124 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 125 mm |
| December | 5° / 40° | 120 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Preston
The most comfortable months to visit Preston are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 20°C high). The coldest is January (near 2°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Preston are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Preston, United Kingdom has an average annual temperature of 9.4°C and about 1119 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Preston average about 20°C (67°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.