Chelmsford Climate by Month
The temperature in Chelmsford can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Visitors to Chelmsford can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 3°C during this month.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Chelmsford experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 674 mm yearly. Despite minor fluctuations, Chelmsford enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In August, you can expect around 65 mm of precipitation, while in March, Chelmsford receives about 45 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Chelmsford can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Chelmsford in the United Kingdom
During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 65 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 45 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 211 hours of sunshine.
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