Skipton Climate by Month
Skipton experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from pleasant days
to cold weather.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
The climate in Skipton is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 1°C during this month.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Skipton has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1148 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Despite minor fluctuations, Skipton enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 111 mm of precipitation, while in May, Skipton receives about 80 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
Skipton can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 5.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.3 hours of sunlight per day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Skipton in the United Kingdom
Other facts from our historical weather data:July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 111 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 80 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 175 hours of sunshine.
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