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Polstead Climate by Month

The temperature in Polstead can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to cold. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Polstead. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 3°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Polstead has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 723 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Polstead has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, August, with 69 mm, and the driest month, March, with 48 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Polstead. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (42 KM, 26 Miles).

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

During the months of 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Polstead?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Polstead?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Polstead?
    August tops the wettest month list with 69 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Polstead?
    March is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Polstead?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 211 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Polstead

    Thu   Nov 21
    2°C | -3°C
    W 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    5°C | -1°C
    W 29 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    14°C | -1°C
    S 32 km/h
    12 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain