Faringdon Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Faringdon.

Climate overview of Faringdon

Faringdon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) in July, while winters cool to 8°C (46°F) in January.

Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 786 mm (31 in), with October being the wettest month. The city also has warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is July, with 7.3 hours of sunshine per day on average.

Faringdon Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Faringdon - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Faringdon

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Faringdon. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in July to 2°C (36°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Faringdon

Generally, Faringdon has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 786 mm (31 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Faringdon enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 72 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation, while in March, Faringdon receives about 55 mm (2.2 in). For more details, please visit our Faringdon Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Faringdon

Faringdon can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Bibury, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Bibury, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Time to Visit Faringdon

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Faringdon in June, July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: June, July and August
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: June and July
  • Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Faringdon

What is the best time to visit Faringdon?

June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Faringdon. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Faringdon has warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Faringdon?

Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in January to 22°C (72°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Faringdon get?

Annual rainfall is around 786 mm (31 in). October is the wettest month with 72 mm (2.8 in), while March is the driest with 55 mm (2.2 in).

How sunny is Faringdon?

Faringdon receives around 1,633 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 218 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 54 hours.

Faringdon 3-Day Forecast

Faringdon 3-Day Forecast

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