Climate in Liverpool — Annual Weather Overview
Liverpool has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. The hottest month is August (average high 19.8°C) and the coolest is January (7.7°C). There is a noticeable seasonal temperature shift of 12.1°C between August and January. Annual rainfall totals around 1064mm. October is the wettest month at 140.7mm, while April averages just 36.9mm. Average daily sunshine is 7.6 hours.
**Spring (March, April, May):** average highs 12.9°C, 164mm rain. **Summer (June, July, August):** average highs 19.6°C, 274mm rain. **Autumn (September, October, November):** average highs 14.6°C, 306mm rain. **Winter (December, January, February):** average highs 8.2°C, 320mm rain.
Liverpool — Monthly Temperatures
Liverpool — Monthly Rainfall
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Weather in Liverpool stays reasonable all year.
Liverpool weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.7°C | 3.2°C | 93.7mm | 3.9h | 16 | 10/10 |
| February | 9.0°C | 3.8°C | 100.0mm | 5.3h | 16 | 10/10 |
| March | 10.5°C | 3.8°C | 71.5mm | 7.3h | 13 | 10/10 |
| April | 12.7°C | 4.6°C | 36.9mm | 10.4h | 9 | 10/10 |
| May | 15.5°C | 8.4°C | 55.9mm | 11.3h | 12 | 10/10 |
| June | 19.6°C | 11.8°C | 67.3mm | 11.5h | 13 | 10/10 |
| July | 19.3°C | 13.6°C | 115.3mm | 10.1h | 18 | 9/10 |
| August | 19.8°C | 13.6°C | 91.5mm | 10.1h | 17 | 10/10 |
| September | 18.5°C | 12.0°C | 79.6mm | 8.2h | 11 | 10/10 |
| October | 14.5°C | 9.5°C | 140.7mm | 5.7h | 20 | 9/10 |
| November | 10.8°C | 6.4°C | 85.4mm | 4.0h | 17 | 10/10 |
| December | 7.9°C | 3.7°C | 126.0mm | 2.8h | 21 | 9/10 |
For the full verdict on when to go, see the best time to visit Liverpool. Seasonal breakdowns: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of climate does Liverpool have?
Liverpool has a oceanic climate — mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Average highs range from 7.7°C in January to 19.8°C in August.
What is the hottest month in Liverpool?
August is the hottest month in Liverpool, with average highs of 19.8°C and lows of 13.6°C.
What is the coldest month in Liverpool?
January is the coolest month, with average highs of 7.7°C and lows of 3.2°C.
What is the wettest month in Liverpool?
October is the wettest month, averaging 140.7mm of rainfall over around 20 rainy days.
How much rain does Liverpool get per year?
Liverpool receives around 1064mm of rain per year. The driest month is April (36.9mm).
When is the best time to visit Liverpool?
The best time to visit Liverpool is All year. See the full month-by-month guide →
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.