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Poole, 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 Poole, England?
Poole, England gets 854 mm of precipitation a year over about 168 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 21°C) and January the coldest (average low 4°C).
Oceanic climate
Poole, England has mild summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in February to 21°C in August. November 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° | 9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 7° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 13° | 20° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 16° |
How much rain does Poole get?
Poole gets 854 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 168 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 81% of the UK.
November is the wettest month, with 109 mm. May is the driest, with 45 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 18.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 49 days, to August 17, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Poole got 754 mm of rain, against a normal of 854 mm for those months. January 2026 had the most, with 154 mm.
Poole weather by month
Poole weather in January
In January, Poole averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 15°C (2003) and the record low is -8°C (1979).
Poole weather in February
In February, Poole averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 16°C (2024) and the record low is -7°C (1991).
Poole weather in March
In March, Poole averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 20°C (2012) and the record low is -4°C (1986).
Poole weather in April
In April, Poole averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 23°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (1978).
Poole weather in May
In May, Poole averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 26°C (1995) and the record low is 1°C (1979).
Poole weather in June
In June, Poole averages a high of 18°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 33°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Poole weather in July
In July, Poole averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 30°C (1976) and the record low is 8°C (1990). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Poole weather in August
In August, Poole averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 32°C (1990) and the record low is 6°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Poole weather in September
In September, Poole averages a high of 18°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 28°C (2020) and the record low is 3°C (1974). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Poole weather in October
In October, Poole averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 23°C (2011) and the record low is -1°C (2008).
Poole weather in November
In November, Poole averages a high of 12°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 17°C (2007) and the record low is -4°C (1993).
Poole weather in December
In December, Poole averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 15°C (2007) and the record low is -7°C (2010).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Poole
June is the sunniest month in Poole, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 24%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 34% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Poole is sunnier than 84% of the UK.
Humidity peaks in December at 86% and is lowest in April at 74%.
First and last freeze in Poole
The first fall freeze in Poole typically comes around November 28, and the last spring freeze around March 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 251 days.
Poole weather records
These records cover SWANAGE during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Poole station is 33°C, on June 23, 2026. The coldest is -8°C, on January 13, 1987.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 88 mm of precipitation, on September 8, 2002.
29 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 Poole
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 9°C and lows near 4°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 7°C.
Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 13°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° | 93 mm | 18 | 85% | 31% | 15° | -8° |
| February | 4° | 9° | 68 mm | 15 | 83% | 28% | 16° | -7° |
| March | 5° | 11° | 58 mm | 14 | 80% | 33% | 20° | -4° |
| April | 6° | 13° | 52 mm | 12 | 74% | 40% | 23° | -3° |
| May | 9° | 16° | 45 mm | 11 | 75% | 39% | 26° | 1° |
| June | 12° | 18° | 51 mm | 11 | 74% | 41% | 33° | 3° |
| July | 14° | 21° | 50 mm | 11 | 75% | 38% | 30° | 8° |
| August | 14° | 21° | 56 mm | 12 | 77% | 37% | 32° | 6° |
| September | 12° | 18° | 66 mm | 12 | 80% | 34% | 28° | 3° |
| October | 9° | 16° | 99 mm | 16 | 84% | 27% | 23° | -1° |
| November | 7° | 12° | 109 mm | 18 | 85% | 30% | 17° | -4° |
| December | 4° | 10° | 105 mm | 18 | 86% | 24% | 15° | -7° |
Station: SWANAGE, 11 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.
Poole climate questions
How much rain does Poole get?
Poole gets 854 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 168 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Poole?
November is the wettest month in Poole, with 109 mm. May is the driest, with 45 mm.
How many rainy days does Poole have a year?
Poole has about 168 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 18.
What is the hottest month in Poole?
July is the warmest month in Poole, with an average high of 21°C.
What is the coldest month in Poole?
January is the coldest month in Poole, with an average low of 4°C.
What is the record high temperature in Poole?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Poole station is 33°C, set on June 23, 2026. The record low is -8°C, on January 13, 1987.
What is the sunniest month in Poole?
June is the sunniest month in Poole, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Poole?
The first fall freeze in Poole typically comes around November 28. The last spring freeze is around March 22.
What is the best time to visit Poole?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.