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The best time to visit Harlow

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

Short answer

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

Harlow is warmest in August (highs near 22°C) and coldest in January (lows around 2°C), with roughly 869 mm of precipitation across the year and September 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 Harlow forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Harlow weather by month

what to expect in Harlow through the year

Here is Harlow'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 Harlow by season.

Jan
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
11°
Cool
Apr
13°
Cool
May
17°
Mild
Jun
21°
11°
Mild
Jul
21°
13°
Mild
Aug
22°
13°
Warm
Sep
21°
12°
Mild
Wettest
Oct
16°
Mild
Nov
10°
Cool
Dec
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Harlow?
The most comfortable time to visit Harlow is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest September rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Harlow?
August is the warmest month in Harlow, averaging highs near 22°C.
What is the coldest month in Harlow?
January is the coldest month in Harlow, with lows around 2°C.
When is the rainy season in Harlow?
The wettest month in Harlow is usually September, out of roughly 869 mm of precipitation across the year.

Harlow month by month