Climate Overview
The climate in Barrow/Walney Island Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1577mm of precipitation falls per year. Barrow/Walney Island Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Barrow/Walney Island Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.
Temperature
Barrow/Walney Island Airport sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 5°C to 17°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 16°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Barrow/Walney Island Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1577mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 131mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 187mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 68mm. That's 120mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Barrow/Walney Island Airport is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 33km/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 38km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 28km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 10km/h 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 38km/h in winter, 30km/h in spring, 29km/h in summer, 35km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Barrow/Walney Island Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Barrow/Walney Island Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 6 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 266mm for the season, averaging 89mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 30km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 372mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are strong, averaging 29km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 8 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 475mm across the season with a monthly average of 158mm. Winds are strong, averaging 35km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 5 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 464mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. Winds are strong, averaging 38km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barrow/Walney Island Airport 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. 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.
