Climate Insights for Askham

Westmorland and Furness, England, United Kingdom

Hottest
July
18°C peak64°F peak
Coldest
January
1°C low34°F low
Wettest
December
136 mm rain5.3 in rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Askham is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1,362 mm of precipitation falls per year. Askham receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Askham is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Askham is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 53.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Askham receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Askham is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 34°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 22in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 5°Average: 3°Min: 1°FebMax: 6°Average: 4°Min: 2°MarMax: 8°Average: 5°Min: 2°AprMax: 11°Average: 7°Min: 3°MayMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 6°JunMax: 17°Average: 13°Min: 10°JulMax: 18°Average: 15°Min: 11°AugMax: 17°Average: 14°Min: 11°SepMax: 15°Average: 12°Min: 9°OctMax: 12°Average: 9°Min: 7°NovMax: 8°Average: 6°Min: 3°DecMax: 6°Average: 5°Min: 2°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 42°FAverage: 38°FMin: 34°FFebMax: 44°FAverage: 39°FMin: 35°FMarMax: 47°FAverage: 41°FMin: 36°FAprMax: 52°FAverage: 45°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 58°FAverage: 51°FMin: 44°FJunMax: 62°FAverage: 56°FMin: 49°FJulMax: 64°FAverage: 58°FMin: 52°FAugMax: 63°FAverage: 58°FMin: 52°FSepMax: 60°FAverage: 54°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 53°FAverage: 49°FMin: 44°FNovMax: 47°FAverage: 42°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 44°FAverage: 40°FMin: 36°F
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Askham sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 18°C. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 15°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Askham sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 34°F to 64°F. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 64°F with a mean of 58°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 34°F and an average of 38°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 19mmFebPrecipitation: 130mmSnow: 15mmMarPrecipitation: 107mmSnow: 9mmAprPrecipitation: 72mmSnow: 2mmMayPrecipitation: 77mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 104mmSnow: 0mmJulPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 119mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 125mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 132mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 118mmSnow: 6mmDecPrecipitation: 136mmSnow: 5mm
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Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 7inFebPrecipitation: 5.1inSnow (in): 6inMarPrecipitation: 4.2inSnow (in): 4inAprPrecipitation: 2.8inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 3inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 4.1inSnow (in): 0inJulPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 4.7inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 4.9inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 5.2inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 2inDecPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 2in
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Snow (in)

Askham is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,362 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 136 mm of rainfall. October and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 72 mm. That's 63 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 56cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 19cm.Askham is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 53.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.4 in of rainfall. October and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 2.8 in. That's 2.5 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 22in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 7in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 14km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 9mph
Wind Speed

Askham is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Askham is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 8mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Askham based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Askham based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
1 °C34 °F
5 °C42 °F
14 km/h9 mph
125 mm4.9 in
19 cm7 in
Feb
2 °C35 °F
6 °C44 °F
16 km/h10 mph
130 mm5.1 in
15 cm6 in
Mar
2 °C36 °F
8 °C47 °F
14 km/h9 mph
107 mm4.2 in
9 cm4 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
11 °C52 °F
12 km/h8 mph
72 mm2.8 in
2 cm1 in
May
6 °C44 °F
15 °C58 °F
11 km/h7 mph
77 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
10 °C49 °F
17 °C62 °F
12 km/h8 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C52 °F
18 °C64 °F
11 km/h7 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
11 °C52 °F
17 °C63 °F
13 km/h8 mph
119 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
15 °C60 °F
13 km/h8 mph
125 mm4.9 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
7 °C44 °F
12 °C53 °F
14 km/h9 mph
132 mm5.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
8 °C47 °F
13 km/h8 mph
118 mm4.6 in
6 cm2 in
Dec
2 °C36 °F
6 °C44 °F
14 km/h9 mph
136 mm5.3 in
5 cm2 in