Preston weather in July (Lancashire, United Kingdom)

Curious about the July weather in Preston? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In July, Preston generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. July is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 20°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 13°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Preston in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 14 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 198 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, July is one of the better months to visit Preston. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Preston climate page with graphs.

 

Preston, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 198 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 Miles).

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Preston in July?

For visitors traveling to Preston, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in July.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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