Bowness-on-Windermere Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Bowness-on-Windermere, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C (45°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around 2°C (36°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Bowness-on-Windermere experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1504 mm (59 in) of precipitation annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 161 mm (6.3 in) of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month April experiences a drier climate, with about 89 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall spread across 16 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Bowness-on-Windermere Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Bowness-on-Windermere. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine