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Sheffield, 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 Sheffield, England?
Sheffield, 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).
Oceanic climate
Sheffield, 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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 2° | 7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 21° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 8° | 14° |
How much rain does Sheffield get?
Sheffield 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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Sheffield got 796 mm of rain, against a normal of 838 mm for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 153 mm.
Sheffield weather by month
Sheffield weather in January
In January, Sheffield averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 15°C (2015) and the record low is -9°C (1982).
Sheffield weather in February
In February, Sheffield averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 18°C (2019) and the record low is -8°C (1986).
Sheffield weather in March
In March, Sheffield averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 23°C (2021) and the record low is -6°C (2018).
Sheffield weather in April
In April, Sheffield averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (1973).
Sheffield weather in May
In May, Sheffield averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 28°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (1979).
Sheffield weather in June
In June, Sheffield averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
Sheffield weather in July
In July, Sheffield averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
Sheffield weather in August
In August, Sheffield averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
Sheffield weather in September
In September, Sheffield averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
Sheffield weather in October
In October, Sheffield averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 26°C (2011) and the record low is -4°C (1993).
Sheffield weather in November
In November, Sheffield averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 18°C (2005) and the record low is -7°C (2010).
Sheffield weather in December
In December, Sheffield averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 86 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 18°C (1994) and the record low is -9°C (1981).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Sheffield
April is the sunniest month in Sheffield, with estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 22%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 28% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Sheffield is cloudier than 60% of the UK.
Humidity peaks in December at 90% and is lowest in April at 72%.
First and last freeze in Sheffield
The first fall freeze in Sheffield typically comes around November 20, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 224 days.
Sheffield weather records
These records cover SHEFFIELD during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Sheffield station is 39°C, on July 18, 2022. The coldest is -9°C, on January 10, 1982.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 119 mm of precipitation, 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 Sheffield
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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° | 7° | 76 mm | 20 | 87% | 31% | 15° | -9° |
| February | 2° | 8° | 66 mm | 17 | 84% | 23% | 18° | -8° |
| March | 3° | 11° | 59 mm | 17 | 80% | 28% | 23° | -6° |
| April | 5° | 13° | 59 mm | 14 | 72% | 34% | 27° | -7° |
| May | 8° | 17° | 54 mm | 14 | 75% | 30% | 28° | -1° |
| June | 11° | 19° | 78 mm | 14 | 73% | 34% | 33° | 2° |
| July | 13° | 22° | 64 mm | 14 | 76% | 28% | 39° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 21° | 67 mm | 15 | 77% | 32% | 34° | 4° |
| September | 11° | 18° | 64 mm | 14 | 82% | 27% | 31° | 2° |
| October | 8° | 14° | 79 mm | 18 | 86% | 24% | 26° | -4° |
| November | 4° | 10° | 86 mm | 20 | 88% | 26% | 18° | -7° |
| December | 2° | 7° | 86 mm | 19 | 90% | 22% | 18° | -9° |
Station: SHEFFIELD, 2 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.
Sheffield climate questions
How much rain does Sheffield get?
Sheffield gets 838 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 195 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Sheffield?
December is the wettest month in Sheffield, with 86 mm. May is the driest, with 54 mm.
How many rainy days does Sheffield have a year?
Sheffield has about 195 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Sheffield?
July is the warmest month in Sheffield, with an average high of 22°C.
What is the coldest month in Sheffield?
January is the coldest month in Sheffield, with an average low of 2°C.
What is the record high temperature in Sheffield?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Sheffield 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 Sheffield?
April is the sunniest month in Sheffield, with estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Sheffield?
The first fall freeze in Sheffield typically comes around November 20. The last spring freeze is around April 10.
What is the best time to visit Sheffield?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.