Wakefield Climate by Month
The climate in Wakefield is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
In Wakefield, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in July to a chilly 8°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 2°C in February.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Wakefield receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 851 mm. The wettest period in Wakefield occurs in June, which receives around 83 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Wakefield experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 60 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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
In Wakefield, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.4 hours in June. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 0.8 hours.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
The best time of year to visit Wakefield 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 83 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 60 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 191 hours of sunshine.
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