Scarborough Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK)



Summer photo of cliff top gardensThe temperate climate experienced by Scarborough sees warm summers and chilly winters, which are more often rather wet, damp and overcast. As you would expect, the sunny English weather draws the crowds to Scarborough's sweeping beachfront and its plentiful seaside attractions.

Late July and August tend to be the busiest period in Scarborough, forming the traditional summer holiday break for many families. The climate at this time of the year is at its most reliable and predictable, with daytime temperatures averaging at least 20°C / 68°F and climbing to more than 25°C / 77°F during the sunniest of weather. However, don't come unprepared for rain, since any English summer holiday can see occasional showers, and for the more unlucky of holiday makers, solid days of rain, when indoor attractions really do come into their own.


Further image of the colourful gardens on the cliff tops

Seasonal Climate Variations / When to Go

Another definite advantage for visitors to Scarborough during the summer is the increased daylight hours, which mean that you can enjoy coastal walks and al fresco dining right until the sun begins to set at around 21:00. Indian summers are not completely unheard of in North Yorkshire, where the warm climate extends well into September, but by the time that October arrives, the mornings and evenings quickly begin to become quite chilly, especially if there is a breeze in the air.

Winters soon arrive, and although are quite damp, periods of sunny weather, blue skies and fine days do come along from time to time. Many winter mornings in Scarborough see heavy frosts, and anytime between December and February, occasional flurries of snow are known to arrive quite unexpectedly, settling when the snowflakes are heavy.

Scarborough Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)


Maximum
Minimum

January

1°C / 34°F
-1°C / 30°F

February

6°C / 43°F
-1°C / 30°F

March

10°C / 50°F
2°C / 36°F

April

12°C / 54°F
2°C / 36°F

May

15°C / 59°F
5°C / 41°F

June

17°C / 63°F
8°C / 46°F

July

20°C / 68°F
11°C / 52°F

August

20°C / 68°F
11°C / 52°F

September

17°C / 63°F
9°C / 48°F

October

14°C / 57°F
5°C / 41°F

November

9°C / 48°F
2°C / 36°F

December

5°C / 41°F
-1°C / 30°F