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Clacton-on-Sea Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Clacton-on-Sea can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to cold. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Clacton-on-Sea. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like February.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 4°C during these months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Clacton-on-Sea has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 758 mm of rainfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. October brings wetter days averaging 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 47 mm of rainfall spread across 13 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Clacton-on-Sea. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (47 KM, 29 Miles).

Forecast for Clacton-on-Sea

Thursday
20 Feb
Light rain
Light rain
12°C
1 mm
Friday
21 Feb
Cloudy
Cloudy
13°C
0 mm
Saturday
22 Feb
Light rain showers
Light rain showers
11°C
1.2 mm

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Clacton-on-Sea in the United Kingdom

During the months of 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Clacton-on-Sea?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Clacton-on-Sea?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Clacton-on-Sea?
    October tops the wettest month list with 77 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Clacton-on-Sea?
    April is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Clacton-on-Sea?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 211 hours of sunshine.

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