Kensington Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Kensington can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to cold.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Kensington. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in July to a chilly 9°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 3°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Kensington has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 703 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The wettest period in Kensington occurs in August, which receives around 68 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Kensington experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 47 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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
In Kensington, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.8 hours per average 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 relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kensington.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 81%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s in May, June, July, August, September, October and November to 4 m/s in January, February, March, April and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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2 m/s
4 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Kensington in the United Kingdom
During the months of June, 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 68 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 47 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.
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