York Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(York, North Yorkshire, England, UK)



The climate in York is typical of English weather and is often unpredictable. During the summer months of May, June, July, August and September, Yorkshire has many fine and often extremely sunny days and the climate tends to be quite mild. However, York weather can be fairly changeable and the morning may start off rather gloomy and damp, and by the afternoon the sun can be shining, resulting in high temperatures.

Spring is a particularly popular time to visit York and the weather is fairly mild during March, April and May, although some days may be rainy and windy. Many of the trees begin to flower at this time of the year and local gardens are filled with spring daffodils and tulips.


Winters in Yorkshire can be long and damp and fewer sunny days occur in November, December and January. The English climate is at its coldest during the winter months, so be sure to bring a warm overcoat, scarf and gloves. Snow is infrequent, but there are often cold, clear, frosty days. December, January and February are the wettest months in York, although there is often some fine, sunny weather at this time of year.

If you are planning to visit outdoor locations, an umbrella is always a useful item to bring with you.

York Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)

The following are the normal daily temperature ranges for York:
Maximum
Minimum

January

7°C / 45°F
3°C / 37°F

February

9°C / 48°F
2°C / 36°F

March

15°C / 59°F
4°C / 39°F

April

17°C / 63°F
6°C / 43°F

May

18°C / 64°F
9°C / 48°F

June

23°C / 73°F
12°C / 54°F

July

22°C / 72°F
13°C / 55°F

August

26°C / 79°F
15°C / 59°F

September

22°C / 72°F
10°C / 50°F

October

14°C / 57°F
6°C / 43°F

November

12°C / 54°F
6°C / 43°F

December

9°C / 48°F
3°C / 37°F