Best Time to Visit York
Best time: Jul, Aug, Jun, May.
Jul is warmest (21.3°C high); Dec is rainiest (58 mm).
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York weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.4 | 0.7 | 53 | 1 |
| Feb | 7 | 1 | 37 | 2 |
| Mar | 9.5 | 2.4 | 47 | 3.7 |
| Apr | 12 | 3.7 | 44 | 5.5 |
| May | 16 | 6.3 | 45 | 7.6 |
| Jun | 18.9 | 9.2 | 55 | 7.9 |
| Jul | 21.3 | 11.3 | 48 | 7.6 |
| Aug | 20.9 | 11 | 57 | 6.4 |
| Sep | 17.6 | 9 | 51 | 4.5 |
| Oct | 13.6 | 6.3 | 52 | 2.6 |
| Nov | 9.4 | 3.2 | 52 | 1.3 |
| Dec | 7.2 | 1.8 | 58 | 0.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulAugJunMay
Beaches: Jul
Hiking: MayJulJunAug
Sightseeing: JulJunAugMay
York quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit York?
Jul, Aug, Jun, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Dec, about 58 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 21.3°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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