Widnes Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Widnes, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C (48°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in July to 3°C (37°F) in February.

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Temperature ranges by month

On average, Widnes receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 983 mm (39 in). Despite minor fluctuations, Widnes enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In August, you can expect around 93 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation, while in March, Widnes receives about 69 mm (2.7 in). For more details, please visit our Widnes Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Widnes can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine