Climate Overview
The climate in Clitheroe is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1288mm of precipitation falls per year. Clitheroe receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Clitheroe 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 February, January, March, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 65cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Clitheroe 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. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 4°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.
Precipitation
Clitheroe is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1288mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 132mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 51mm. That's 81mm less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 65cm accumulating over the season. February typically sees the most snow at around 17cm.
Wind
Clitheroe 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 July, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
3 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Clitheroe, which began on March 20, 2026. Clitheroe 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 July at around 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 1°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 241mm for the season, averaging 80mm 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 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 372mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 327mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. 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 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 349mm across the season with a monthly average of 116mm. Expect around 40cm 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 Clitheroe 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.
