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Lowestoft Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Lowestoft can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be pleasant during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Lowestoft can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in August to a chilly 8°C in February.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 4°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Lowestoft experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 812 mm yearly. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, October, sees around 88 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 43 mm of rainfall.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Lowestoft, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.4 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Lowestoft

Sat   Jan 11
4°C | 0°C
NW 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sun   Jan 12
5°C | 0°C
W 2 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
6°C | 0°C
SW 6 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Lowestoft in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Lowestoft?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Lowestoft?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Lowestoft?
    October tops the wettest month list with 88 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Lowestoft?
    April is the driest month with 43 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Lowestoft?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 204 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.