Hampshire Weather & Climate: the United Kingdom

Climate by month across Hampshire, the United Kingdom, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Hampshire

Whether you're visiting Hampshire in the United Kingdom during the peak of July (22°C (72°F)) or the cooler months around January (9°C (48°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Southampton, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Hampshire, the months of June, July, August and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 20°C (68°F) and 22°C (72°F).

The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Hampshire maintains fairly consistent rainfall patterns throughout the year, with November seeing 87 mm (3.4 in) and March receiving 55 mm (2.2 in).

For those seeking sunshine, July usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Explore Hampshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hampshire - and find the best time to visit. (based on Southampton)

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Southampton Portsmouth Lymington Winchester Basingstoke Lyndhurst
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Climate map of Hampshire

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Southampton 9°C (48°F) 22°C (72°F) 3°C (37°F) 14°C (57°F) 837 mm (33 in) 1,694 hours
Portsmouth 9°C (48°F) 21°C (70°F) 4°C (39°F) 15°C (59°F) 844 mm (33 in) 1,694 hours
Lymington 9°C (48°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 955 mm (38 in) 1,694 hours
Winchester 9°C (48°F) 23°C (73°F) 3°C (37°F) 13°C (55°F) 812 mm (32 in) 1,694 hours
Basingstoke 9°C (48°F) 23°C (73°F) 2°C (36°F) 13°C (55°F) 772 mm (30 in) 1,694 hours
Lyndhurst 9°C (48°F) 22°C (72°F) 4°C (39°F) 14°C (57°F) 886 mm (35 in) 1,694 hours

Places in Hampshire, the United Kingdom

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