Gloucester Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Gloucester can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C (48°F).

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

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Gloucester experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 783 mm (31 in) yearly. Despite minor fluctuations, Gloucester enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 73 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation, while in March, Gloucester receives about 55 mm (2.2 in). For more details, please visit our Gloucester Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Gloucester can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 6.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine