Reading Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 23°C (73°F) and January dropping to 9°C (48°F).
Reading sees a moderate amount of rain/snowfall, totalling around 741 mm (29 in) per year. July is the sunniest month, averaging 7.3 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Reading
Visitors to Reading can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°C (48°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 13°C (55°F) in July to around 2°C (36°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Reading
Generally, Reading experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 741 mm (29 in) yearly. Year-round, Reading has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, November, with 69 mm (2.7 in), and the driest month, March, with 50 mm (2 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Reading Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Reading
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Reading. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.3 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Reading by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Reading.
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
Reading 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Reading
During June, July, August and September, Reading experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 20°C (67°F) and 23°C (73°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 58 mm (2.3 in) and 67 mm (2.6 in). Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
