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Taunton Climate by Month

The temperature in Taunton can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant 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 pleasant to chilly in Taunton. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°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, Taunton has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 842 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Year-round, Taunton has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 79 mm, and the driest month, March, with 61 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 Taunton. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (44 KM, 27 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Taunton 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 Taunton?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Taunton?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Taunton?
    October tops the wettest month list with 79 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Taunton?
    March is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Taunton?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 197 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Taunton

    Thu   Dec 12
    7°C | 4°C
    NE 18 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    6°C | 3°C
    NE 14 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    7°C | 3°C
    NW 18 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain