Telford, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Telford, England gets 640 mm of precipitation a year over about 186 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 21°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).

Telford climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Telford, England has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 21°C in July. October 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 Telford get?

Telford gets 640 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 186 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 61% of the UK.

October is the wettest month, with 65 mm. March is the driest, with 40 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to July 28, 2026.

Telford weather by month

Telford weather in January

In January, Telford averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (1983) and the record low is -19°C (1982).

Telford weather in February

In February, Telford averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The February record high is 17°C (2019) and the record low is -12°C (1985).

Telford weather in March

In March, Telford averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The March record high is 21°C (2021) and the record low is -11°C (1986).

Telford weather in April

In April, Telford averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1978).

Telford weather in May

In May, Telford averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2026) and the record low is -3°C (1982).

Telford weather in June

In June, Telford averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2026) and the record low is -1°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Telford weather in July

In July, Telford averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 2°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Telford weather in August

In August, Telford averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (1990) and the record low is 2°C (1974). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Telford weather in September

In September, Telford averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The September record high is 29°C (2021) and the record low is -3°C (1975). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Telford weather in October

In October, Telford averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (2011) and the record low is -6°C (1997).

Telford weather in November

In November, Telford averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2005) and the record low is -13°C (2010).

Telford weather in December

In December, Telford averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (2016) and the record low is -19°C (2010).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Telford

April is the sunniest month in Telford, with sunshine about 33% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 21%. Over the year the sun shines about 28% of daylight hours. Telford is cloudier than 63% of the UK.

Humidity peaks in November at 88% and is lowest in April at 72%.

First and last freeze in Telford

The first fall freeze in Telford typically comes around October 28, and the last spring freeze around April 30. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 181 days.

Telford weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Telford station is 36°C, on July 18, 2022. The coldest is -19°C, on January 11, 1982.

The wettest day on record brought 56 mm of rain, on September 8, 2024.

31 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Telford

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 8°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 4°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January52 mm1886%29%14°-19°
February40 mm1582%24%17°-12°
March40 mm1579%29%21°-11°
April43 mm1472%33%26°-6°
May51 mm1474%31%31°-3°
June56 mm1372%33%33°-1°
July56 mm1475%29%36°
August59 mm1476%30%34°
September58 mm1481%28%29°-3°
October65 mm1785%22%26°-6°
November58 mm1988%24%18°-13°
December63 mm1988%21%16°-19°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Telford climate questions

How much rain does Telford get?

Telford gets 640 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 186 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Telford?

October is the wettest month in Telford, with 65 mm. March is the driest, with 40 mm.

How many rainy days does Telford have a year?

Telford has about 186 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Telford?

July is the warmest month in Telford, with an average high of 21°C.

What is the coldest month in Telford?

January is the coldest month in Telford, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Telford?

The record high at the Telford station is 36°C, set on July 18, 2022. The record low is -19°C, on January 11, 1982.

What is the sunniest month in Telford?

April is the sunniest month in Telford, with sunshine about 33% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Telford?

The first fall freeze in Telford typically comes around October 28. The last spring freeze is around April 30.

What is the best time to visit Telford?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHAWBURY (20 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHAWBURY.