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Buttermere Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Buttermere can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to cold. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Buttermere. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July to a chilly 8°C in the coolest month, February.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Buttermere has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1514 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Buttermere offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between December (158 mm) and April (90 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

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

Forecast for Buttermere

Sun   Jan 12
5°C | 0°C
S 5 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
8°C | 3°C
S 8 m/s
16 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

Tue   Jan 14
10°C | 7°C
SW 4 m/s
5.9 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Buttermere in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Buttermere?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Buttermere?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Buttermere?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Buttermere?
    December tops the wettest month list with 158 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Buttermere?
    April is the driest month with 90 mm of precipitation.

  • 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.