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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, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.

Chelmsford is warmest in July (highs near 21°C) and coldest in January (lows around 2°C), with roughly 563 mm of precipitation across the year and October the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, July and August.

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, 1991-2020 averages

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
8°
2°
Cool
Feb
8°
2°
Cool
Mar
10°
4°
Cool
Apr
13°
5°
Cool
May
16°
8°
Mild
Jun
20°
10°
Mild
Jul
21°
13°
Mild
Aug
21°
13°
Mild
Sep
19°
11°
Mild
Oct
15°
8°
Mild
Wettest
Nov
10°
5°
Cool
Dec
7°
3°
Cold

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Chelmsford?
The most comfortable time to visit Chelmsford is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Chelmsford?
July is the warmest month in Chelmsford, averaging highs near 21°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 October, out of roughly 563 mm of precipitation across the year.

Chelmsford month by month