Loughborough Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

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

Climate overview of Loughborough

Loughborough, Leicestershire, 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 734 mm (29 in), with July being the wettest month. The city also has warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is June, with 6.3 hours of sunshine per day on average.

Loughborough Weather by Month

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

Monthly Temperature in Loughborough

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Loughborough. 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 Loughborough

Generally, Loughborough has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 734 mm (29 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Loughborough enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In July, you can expect around 71 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation, while in March, Loughborough receives about 50 mm (2 in). For more details, please visit our Loughborough Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Loughborough

Loughborough can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 6.3 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

Data from: Leicester, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Leicester, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Time to Visit Loughborough

Conditions in Loughborough are generally most comfortable in June, July and August. They are typically least comfortable 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 Loughborough

What is the best time to visit Loughborough?

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

What temperatures can I expect in Loughborough?

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 Loughborough get?

Annual rainfall is around 734 mm (29 in). July is the wettest month with 71 mm (2.8 in), while March is the driest with 50 mm (2 in).

How sunny is Loughborough?

Loughborough receives around 1,408 hours of sunshine per year. June is the sunniest month with 189 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 49 hours.

Loughborough 3-Day Forecast

Loughborough 3-Day Forecast

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