Cockermouth Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Cockermouth, 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 8°C (46°F) during cooler months like February.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around 3°C (37°F) during February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Cockermouth experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1441 mm (57 in) of precipitation annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 150 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, spread over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month April experiences a drier climate, with about 87 mm (3.4 in) of rainfall spread across 15 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Cockermouth 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 Cockermouth. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.4 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 90%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year