Liverpool, United Kingdom Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Liverpool
Weather in Liverpool is shaped by its oceanic climate - expect mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. July afternoons typically reach 67°F (19°C), while January highs hover near 46°F (8°C). Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches (1106 mm) over about 187 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 67°F (19°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 46°F (8°C)
- Record high: 96°F (36°C) · Record low: 22°F (-6°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: December (19 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (11.2 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 4 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 67°F (19°C) and overnight lows stay near 56°F (13°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 46°F (8°C) and lows around 37°F (3°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 96°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 22°F (-6°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.5 inches (116 mm) of rain over 19 days, while April is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.2 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 4 days in a typical year, mostly from December through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 37° | 17 | 3.8 in | 3.8 h/day | 85% |
| February | 47° | 38° | 15 | 3.4 in | 5.4 h/day | 82% |
| March | 50° | 39° | 15 | 3.6 in | 7.1 h/day | 80% |
| April | 54° | 41° | 12 | 2.5 in | 9.6 h/day | 75% |
| May | 60° | 47° | 13 | 2.6 in | 11.0 h/day | 76% |
| June | 65° | 53° | 14 | 3.3 in | 11.2 h/day | 75% |
| July | 67° | 56° | 18 | 4.2 in | 10.7 h/day | 77% |
| August | 67° | 56° | 17 | 3.7 in | 10.0 h/day | 79% |
| September | 63° | 53° | 15 | 3.8 in | 8.1 h/day | 80% |
| October | 57° | 48° | 16 | 4.1 in | 6.0 h/day | 83% |
| November | 50° | 43° | 17 | 4.1 in | 4.0 h/day | 85% |
| December | 48° | 40° | 19 | 4.5 in | 3.0 h/day | 87% |
Liverpool month by month
Liverpool weather in January
January brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 17 wet days and roughly 1 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Liverpool.
Liverpool weather in February
February brings highs around 47°F (8°C), lows near 38°F (3°C), about 15 wet days.
Liverpool weather in March
March brings highs around 50°F (10°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 15 wet days.
Liverpool weather in April
April brings highs around 54°F (12°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 12 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Liverpool.
Liverpool weather in May
May brings highs around 60°F (16°C), lows near 47°F (9°C), about 13 wet days.
Liverpool weather in June
June brings highs around 65°F (19°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 14 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Liverpool.
Liverpool weather in July
July brings highs around 67°F (19°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 18 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Liverpool.
Liverpool weather in August
August brings highs around 67°F (19°C), lows near 56°F (13°C), about 17 wet days.
Liverpool weather in September
September brings highs around 63°F (17°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 15 wet days.
Liverpool weather in October
October brings highs around 57°F (14°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 16 wet days.
Liverpool weather in November
November brings highs around 50°F (10°C), lows near 43°F (6°C), about 17 wet days.
Liverpool weather in December
December brings highs around 48°F (9°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), about 19 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Liverpool.
Seasons in Liverpool
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Liverpool is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 55°F (13°C) and nights around 42°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Liverpool is mild, with daytime highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 48 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Liverpool is mild, with daytime highs averaging 57°F (14°C) and nights around 48°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 48 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Liverpool is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 47°F (8°C) and nights around 38°F (4°C); expect showers on roughly 50 days across the season, plus around 3 snowy days.
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Best time to visit Liverpool
The best time to visit Liverpool is generally April to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 63°F (17°C).
Pack for Liverpool with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 56°F (13°C).
Liverpool temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.