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The best time to visit Preston

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

Short answer

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

Preston is warmest in July (highs near 19°C) and coldest in January (lows around 1°C), with roughly 1185 mm of precipitation across the year and October the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is June, July, August and September.

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

Preston weather by month

what to expect in Preston through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Preston'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 Preston by season.

Jan
7°
1°
Cold
Feb
7°
2°
Cold
Mar
9°
3°
Cool
Apr
12°
5°
Cool
May
15°
7°
Mild
Jun
18°
10°
Mild
Jul
19°
12°
Mild
Aug
19°
13°
Mild
Sep
17°
10°
Mild
Oct
13°
8°
Cool
Wettest
Nov
10°
4°
Cool
Dec
7°
3°
Cold

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Preston?
The most comfortable time to visit Preston is usually June, July, August and September, 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 Preston?
July is the warmest month in Preston, averaging highs near 19°C.
What is the coldest month in Preston?
January is the coldest month in Preston, with lows around 1°C.
When is the rainy season in Preston?
The wettest month in Preston is usually October, out of roughly 1185 mm of precipitation across the year.

Preston month by month