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

Preston is warmest in June (highs near 19°C) and coldest in January (lows around 2°C), with roughly 1466 mm of precipitation across the year and December 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 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

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
8°
2°
Cool
Feb
9°
4°
Cool
Mar
10°
4°
Cool
Apr
12°
5°
Cool
May
17°
9°
Mild
Jun
19°
11°
Mild
Jul
19°
12°
Mild
Aug
19°
13°
Mild
Sep
18°
11°
Mild
Oct
14°
9°
Cool
Nov
10°
4°
Cool
Dec
9°
5°
Cool
Wettest

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Preston?
The most comfortable time to visit Preston is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Preston?
June 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 2°C.
When is the rainy season in Preston?
The wettest month in Preston is usually December, out of roughly 1466 mm of precipitation across the year.

Preston month by month

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