Winter Dec – Feb
The cold peaks here: highs near 43°F (6°C), and nights reach 33°F (0°C). About 8.1 in (205 mm) of rain falls across these months, 26% of the year's total. Comfort scores bottom out in December – February; the season averages 46/100.
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Best Time to Visit The Cotswolds
For the most comfortable weather in The Cotswolds, aim for June – September. September tops our comfort score at 86/100, with highs around 65°F (18°C) and 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain. April & May and October are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.
- Best months
- Jun – Sep
- Shoulder
- Apr & May and Oct
- Toughest
- Dec – Feb
- Warmest
- Jul · 70°F
- Coldest nights
- Feb · 33°F
- Wettest
- Oct · 3.2 in
- Driest
- Sep · 2.0 in
The Cotswolds weather by month
Highs run from 42°F to 70°F across the year, and the yearly total is about 31.2 in (793 mm) of rain.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high | 42°F6°C | 44°F6°C | 48°F9°C | 55°F13°C | 60°F16°C | 66°F19°C | 70°F21°C | 69°F21°C | 65°F18°C | 57°F14°C | 48°F9°C | 43°F6°C |
| Avg low | 33°F1°C | 33°F0°C | 34°F1°C | 38°F3°C | 43°F6°C | 49°F10°C | 52°F11°C | 52°F11°C | 47°F9°C | 43°F6°C | 38°F3°C | 35°F2°C |
| Rain | 2.8 in71 mm | 2.2 in57 mm | 2.2 in57 mm | 2.0 in51 mm | 2.5 in64 mm | 2.5 in63 mm | 2.8 in70 mm | 2.8 in72 mm | 2.0 in50 mm | 3.2 in81 mm | 3.1 in80 mm | 3.0 in77 mm |
| Humidity | 95% | 92% | 88% | 84% | 81% | 80% | 79% | 80% | 83% | 89% | 94% | 96% |
| Cloud | 75% | 75% | 73% | 68% | 71% | 72% | 69% | 72% | 68% | 73% | 75% | 76% |
| Comfort | 45 | 48 | 56 | 70 | 77 | 83 | 83 | 82 | 86 | 68 | 53 | 45 |
Source: NASA POWER (public domain), 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km satellite and reanalysis grid, so coasts and valleys can differ from what's shown. The grid cell sits at about 121 m (397 ft), close to The Cotswolds's own ~200 m. Precipitation includes snow as melted water; daylight is calculated from latitude. Check a forecast before you go.
How we pick the best months
- Temperature (40 pts): full marks for average daytime highs of 64–81°F (18–27°C); minus 3 points per °C below and 4 per °C above.
- Rain (25 pts): full marks up to 40 mm (1.6 in) a month, falling to zero at 250 mm (9.8 in).
- Humidity (15 pts): only counts when it is warm (mean above 18°C); minus 0.75 points per % above 70% relative humidity.
- Cloud (20 pts): full marks at 30% cloud cover or less, falling to zero at 90%.
Best months: within 6 points of the top (or 85+). Shoulder: within 18 and at least 45. Toughest: within 6 of the lowest. Comfort only; crowds, prices, festivals and openings aren't scored.
The Cotswolds season by season
Spring Mar – May
Temperatures climb through the season, from 48°F highs in March to 60°F by May. It's the driest season, with only about 6.8 in (172 mm) of rain, 22% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 34°F (1°C). April & May score well without being the very best (season average 68/100).
Summer Jun – Aug
Peak warmth: highs of 66–70°F (19–21°C). About 8.1 in (205 mm) of rain falls across these months, 26% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 49°F (10°C). Comfort peaks here: June – August rank with the year's best, and the season averages 83/100.
Autumn Sep – Nov
Temperatures slide from 65°F highs in September to 48°F by November. It's the wettest season, with about 8.3 in (211 mm) of rain, 27% of the year's total. Lows bottom out around 38°F (3°C). September is among the best-scoring months (season average 69/100).
What our curated routes say
- Our curated London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep. That lines up with the climate data here: May – September are among the better-scoring months.
Plan by month
By comfort score: 5 Great, 2 Good and 5 Fair. Great months: May – September. Tap a month for its own guide.
The Cotswolds weather questions
When is the best time to visit The Cotswolds?
For the most comfortable weather in The Cotswolds, aim for June – September. September tops our comfort score at 86/100, with highs around 65°F (18°C) and 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain. April & May and October are good shoulder-season months. The toughest months are December – February, mainly because of cool days.
What is the rainiest month in The Cotswolds?
October is the wettest month, averaging about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. September is the driest, with about 2.0 in (50 mm). The yearly total is around 31.2 in (793 mm).
What is the coldest month in The Cotswolds?
February is the coldest, with average lows of 33°F (0°C) and highs of 44°F (6°C). The warmest is July, with average highs of 70°F (21°C).
Is The Cotswolds humid in summer?
Not very: summer (June – August) humidity averages 80%, and highs peak around 70°F (21°C), so it rarely feels sticky.
Does it get below freezing in The Cotswolds?
Not on average: even in February, the coldest month, lows average 33°F (0°C). Individual cold snaps can still dip lower.
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