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Exeter, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Exeter, England?
Exeter, England gets 1119 mm of precipitation a year over about 183 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 21°C) and January the coldest (average low 4°C).
Oceanic climate
Exeter, England has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 4° | 10° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 7° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 20° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 16° |
How much rain does Exeter get?
Exeter gets 1119 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 183 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 65% of the UK.
December is the wettest month, with 141 mm. May is the driest, with 60 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 19.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 46 days, to August 17, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Exeter got 51 mm of rain, against a normal of 1119 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 51 mm.
Exeter weather by month
Exeter weather in January
In January, Exeter averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 130 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 14°C (1998) and the record low is -8°C (1979).
Exeter weather in February
In February, Exeter averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 98 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 16°C (2017) and the record low is -7°C (1991).
Exeter weather in March
In March, Exeter averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 19°C (2000) and the record low is -7°C (1986).
Exeter weather in April
In April, Exeter averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 22°C (2018) and the record low is -2°C (1978).
Exeter weather in May
In May, Exeter averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 24°C (1990) and the record low is 0°C (1979).
Exeter weather in June
In June, Exeter averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 31°C (1976) and the record low is 2°C (2015). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Exeter weather in July
In July, Exeter averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 30°C (2026) and the record low is 6°C (1972). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Exeter weather in August
In August, Exeter averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 29°C (2018) and the record low is 6°C (1972). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Exeter weather in September
In September, Exeter averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 25°C (2018) and the record low is 4°C (2003). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Exeter weather in October
In October, Exeter averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 120 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 22°C (2011) and the record low is -1°C (2018).
Exeter weather in November
In November, Exeter averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 130 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 18°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2010).
Exeter weather in December
In December, Exeter averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 16°C (1985) and the record low is -7°C (2022).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Exeter
April is the sunniest month in Exeter, with estimated sunshine of 37% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 22%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 30% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Exeter is sunnier than 51% of the UK.
Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in April at 76%.
First and last freeze in Exeter
The first fall freeze in Exeter typically comes around November 30, and the last spring freeze around March 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 250 days.
Exeter weather records
These records cover SLAPTON during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Exeter station is 31°C, on June 27, 1976. The coldest is -8°C, on January 13, 1987.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 98 mm of precipitation, on September 11, 1989.
33 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Exeter
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 10°C and lows near 4°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°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 15°C and lows near 9°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4° | 9° | 130 mm | 19 | 88% | 27% | 14° | -8° |
| February | 4° | 9° | 98 mm | 16 | 86% | 24% | 16° | -7° |
| March | 5° | 11° | 85 mm | 15 | 82% | 30% | 19° | -7° |
| April | 6° | 13° | 74 mm | 13 | 76% | 37% | 22° | -2° |
| May | 8° | 16° | 60 mm | 12 | 77% | 35% | 24° | 0° |
| June | 11° | 19° | 67 mm | 12 | 77% | 36% | 31° | 2° |
| July | 13° | 21° | 67 mm | 13 | 79% | 34% | 30° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 21° | 78 mm | 14 | 80% | 30% | 29° | 6° |
| September | 12° | 19° | 70 mm | 13 | 84% | 31% | 25° | 4° |
| October | 9° | 16° | 120 mm | 18 | 88% | 23% | 22° | -1° |
| November | 6° | 12° | 130 mm | 19 | 88% | 25% | 18° | -3° |
| December | 4° | 11° | 141 mm | 19 | 89% | 22% | 16° | -7° |
Station: SLAPTON, 49 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Exeter climate questions
How much rain does Exeter get?
Exeter gets 1119 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 183 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Exeter?
December is the wettest month in Exeter, with 141 mm. May is the driest, with 60 mm.
How many rainy days does Exeter have a year?
Exeter has about 183 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 19.
What is the hottest month in Exeter?
July is the warmest month in Exeter, with an average high of 21°C.
What is the coldest month in Exeter?
January is the coldest month in Exeter, with an average low of 4°C.
What is the record high temperature in Exeter?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Exeter station is 31°C, set on June 27, 1976. The record low is -8°C, on January 13, 1987.
What is the sunniest month in Exeter?
April is the sunniest month in Exeter, with estimated sunshine of 37% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Exeter?
The first fall freeze in Exeter typically comes around November 30. The last spring freeze is around March 25.
What is the best time to visit Exeter?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.