Sheffield Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Sheffield, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C (72°F) in January to a chilly 12°C (54°F) in the coolest month, July.

Nights vary from 11°C (52°F) in January to around 3°C (37°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Sheffield has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1046 mm (41 in) of rainfall per year. Sheffield offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month August (115 mm (4.5 in)) and the driest month March (65 mm (2.6 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Sheffield Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Sheffield serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.5 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Sheffield.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 70%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 48%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year