Sheffield Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Sheffield’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United Kingdom.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in Sheffield is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year. On average, maximum 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 chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Sheffield by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. July, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 183 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 67 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 16 days. It records 79 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in the United Kingdom Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sheffield Temperatures Compared World Wide
Sheffield’s average annual maximum temperature is 14°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Boston, USA, experiences seasonal shifts similar to New York, with an average annual temperature of 16°C.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Sheffield’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Sheffield climate page.
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