Doncaster, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Doncaster, England gets 838 mm of precipitation a year over about 195 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 22°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).

Doncaster climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Doncaster, England has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 21°C in July. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

How much rain does Doncaster get?

Doncaster gets 838 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 195 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 50% of the UK.

December is the wettest month, with 86 mm. May is the driest, with 54 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 20.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 30 days, to May 22, 2025.

Doncaster weather by month

Doncaster weather in January

In January, Doncaster averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The January record high is 15°C (2015) and the record low is -9°C (1982).

Doncaster weather in February

In February, Doncaster averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2019) and the record low is -8°C (1986).

Doncaster weather in March

In March, Doncaster averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2021) and the record low is -6°C (2018).

Doncaster weather in April

In April, Doncaster averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The April record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (1973).

Doncaster weather in May

In May, Doncaster averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The May record high is 28°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (1979).

Doncaster weather in June

In June, Doncaster averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2015) and the record low is 2°C (1989). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Doncaster weather in July

In July, Doncaster averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 6°C (1977). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Doncaster weather in August

In August, Doncaster averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (1990) and the record low is 4°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Doncaster weather in September

In September, Doncaster averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (1988). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Doncaster weather in October

In October, Doncaster averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (2011) and the record low is -4°C (1993).

Doncaster weather in November

In November, Doncaster averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2005) and the record low is -7°C (2010).

Doncaster weather in December

In December, Doncaster averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (1994) and the record low is -9°C (1981).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Doncaster

April is the sunniest month in Doncaster, with sunshine about 35% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 24%. Over the year the sun shines about 30% of daylight hours. Doncaster is sunnier than 56% of the UK.

Humidity peaks in December at 88% and is lowest in April at 71%.

First and last freeze in Doncaster

The first fall freeze in Doncaster typically comes around November 20, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 224 days.

Doncaster weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Doncaster station is 39°C, on July 18, 2022. The coldest is -9°C, on January 10, 1982.

The wettest day on record brought 119 mm of rain, on July 15, 1973.

39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Doncaster

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 12°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 8°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January76 mm2085%34%15°-9°
February66 mm1782%25%18°-8°
March59 mm1778%30%23°-6°
April59 mm1471%35%27°-7°
May54 mm1473%31%28°-1°
June78 mm1471%35%33°
July64 mm1473%31%39°
August67 mm1574%34%34°
September64 mm1479%29%31°
October79 mm1884%26%26°-4°
November86 mm2087%28%18°-7°
December86 mm1988%24%18°-9°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Doncaster climate questions

How much rain does Doncaster get?

Doncaster gets 838 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 195 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Doncaster?

December is the wettest month in Doncaster, with 86 mm. May is the driest, with 54 mm.

How many rainy days does Doncaster have a year?

Doncaster has about 195 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 20.

What is the hottest month in Doncaster?

July is the warmest month in Doncaster, with an average high of 22°C.

What is the coldest month in Doncaster?

January is the coldest month in Doncaster, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Doncaster?

The record high at the Doncaster station is 39°C, set on July 18, 2022. The record low is -9°C, on January 10, 1982.

What is the sunniest month in Doncaster?

April is the sunniest month in Doncaster, with sunshine about 35% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Doncaster?

The first fall freeze in Doncaster typically comes around November 20. The last spring freeze is around April 10.

What is the best time to visit Doncaster?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHEFFIELD (29 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHEFFIELD.