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The best time to visit Chelmsford

Month-by-month climate averages for Chelmsford, England, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Chelmsford is usually May, June, August and September, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.

Chelmsford is warmest in August (highs near 22°C) and coldest in January (lows around 2°C), with roughly 822 mm of precipitation across the year and July the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, August and September.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Chelmsford forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Chelmsford weather by month

what to expect in Chelmsford through the year

Here is Chelmsford's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Chelmsford by season.

Jan
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
11°
Cool
Apr
13°
Cool
May
17°
Mild
Jun
21°
11°
Mild
Jul
21°
13°
Mild
Wettest
Aug
22°
14°
Warm
Sep
21°
13°
Mild
Oct
16°
Mild
Nov
10°
Cool
Dec
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Chelmsford?
The most comfortable time to visit Chelmsford is usually May, June, August and September, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Chelmsford?
August is the warmest month in Chelmsford, averaging highs near 22°C.
What is the coldest month in Chelmsford?
January is the coldest month in Chelmsford, with lows around 2°C.
When is the rainy season in Chelmsford?
The wettest month in Chelmsford is usually July, out of roughly 822 mm of precipitation across the year.

Chelmsford month by month