Climate Overview
The climate in Barnoldswick is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1191mm of precipitation falls per year. Barnoldswick receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Barnoldswick 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, November, March, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to November, with around 85cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Barnoldswick sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 17°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 15°C. February 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 October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Barnoldswick is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1191mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 99mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 167mm of rainfall. June and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 36mm. That's 130mm less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to November, with around 85cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 27cm.
Wind
Barnoldswick is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
52 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Barnoldswick, which began on June 21, 2026. Barnoldswick 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 1°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 267mm for the season, averaging 89mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 10 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 216mm for the season, averaging 72mm per month. Expect around 22cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 1 to 8°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 359mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Expect around 28cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Barnoldswick 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.
