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The best time to visit Wigan

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

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Wigan 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.

Wigan is warmest in June (highs near 19°C) and coldest in January (lows around 2°C), with roughly 1441 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 Wigan forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Wigan weather by month

what to expect in Wigan through the year

Here is Wigan'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 Wigan by season.

Jan
Cold
Feb
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Apr
12°
Cool
May
16°
Mild
Jun
19°
11°
Mild
Jul
18°
12°
Mild
Wettest
Aug
18°
12°
Mild
Sep
18°
11°
Mild
Oct
14°
Cool
Nov
Cool
Dec
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Wigan?
The most comfortable time to visit Wigan 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 Wigan?
June is the warmest month in Wigan, averaging highs near 19°C.
What is the coldest month in Wigan?
January is the coldest month in Wigan, with lows around 2°C.
When is the rainy season in Wigan?
The wettest month in Wigan is usually July, out of roughly 1441 mm of precipitation across the year.

Wigan month by month