Poole, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Poole climate at a glance

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.

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 32 days, to July 31, 2026.

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. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 24%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 88 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January93 mm1885%31%-13°15°-8°
February68 mm1583%28%-13°16°-7°
March58 mm1480%33%-13°20°-4°
April52 mm1274%40%-12°23°-3°
May45 mm1175%39%-11°26°
June51 mm1174%41%-9°33°
July50 mm1175%38%-8°30°
August56 mm1277%37%-7°32°
September66 mm1280%34%-8°28°
October99 mm1684%27%-9°23°-1°
November109 mm1885%30%-11°17°-4°
December105 mm1886%24%-12°15°-7°

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?

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 sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SWANAGE (11 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SWANAGE.