Rochester Climate by Month
The climate in Rochester is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Rochester, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 3°C during this month.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Rochester receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 707 mm. Despite minor fluctuations, Rochester enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In August, you can expect around 68 mm of precipitation, while in March, Rochester receives about 47 mm.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
Rochester can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of June under a blue sky, with approximately 6.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.7 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Rochester 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.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 205 hours of sunshine.
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