Cockermouth Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Cockermouth is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Cockermouth, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July, 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 3°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Cockermouth experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1441 mm of precipitation annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 150 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 rainy days. In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 87 mm of rainfall spread across 15 rainy days.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
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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
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
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Cockermouth in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 150 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 87 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 161 hours of sunshine.
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