Isle of Wight Weather & Climate: the United Kingdom

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

Climate overview of Isle of Wight

When planning a visit to Isle of Wight in the United Kingdom, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 9°C (48°F) in February up to 21°C (70°F) during the peak of August. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Shanklin, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Isle of Wight offers pleasant conditions in July, August and September, with temperatures typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 21°C (70°F).

The cooler season is during the months of January and February.

Precipitation in Isle of Wight shows some seasonal variation. You'll find the most rain in November (106 mm (4.2 in)), while July tends to be drier (52 mm (2 in)).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Isle of Wight by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Isle of Wight — and find the best time to visit. (based on Shanklin)

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Shanklin Sandown Cowes Ventnor Freshwater Newport
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Climate map of Isle of Wight

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

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Shanklin 10°C (50°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 862 mm (34 in) 1,694 hours
Sandown 10°C (50°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 858 mm (34 in) 1,694 hours
Cowes 10°C (50°F) 22°C (72°F) 4°C (39°F) 15°C (59°F) 804 mm (32 in) 1,694 hours
Ventnor 10°C (50°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 16°C (61°F) 872 mm (34 in) 1,694 hours
Freshwater 10°C (50°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 961 mm (38 in) 1,694 hours
Newport 10°C (50°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 15°C (59°F) 826 mm (33 in) 1,694 hours

Places in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom

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