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Bassenthwaite Lake Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Bassenthwaite Lake can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Bassenthwaite Lake can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 2°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Bassenthwaite Lake is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1386 mm. Bassenthwaite Lake experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 142 mm in December, the wettest month, and 86 mm in April, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Bassenthwaite Lake can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 5.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (72 KM, 44 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (72 KM, 44 Miles).

Forecast for Bassenthwaite Lake

Sat   Jan 11
4°C | -5°C
SE 3 m/s
2.3 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Sun   Jan 12
6°C | 0°C
S 5 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
10°C | 5°C
S 10 m/s
9.7 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Bassenthwaite Lake in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Bassenthwaite Lake?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Bassenthwaite Lake?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bassenthwaite Lake?
    December tops the wettest month list with 142 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bassenthwaite Lake?
    April is the driest month with 86 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Bassenthwaite Lake?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 161 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.