Wakefield, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Wakefield get?

Wakefield gets 892 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 198 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 53% of the UK.

December is the wettest month, with 99 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 31 days, to May 22, 2025.

Wakefield weather by month

Wakefield weather in January

In January, Wakefield averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (1971) and the record low is -11°C (1972).

Wakefield weather in February

In February, Wakefield averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2019) and the record low is -10°C (1978).

Wakefield weather in March

In March, Wakefield averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The March record high is 21°C (2012) and the record low is -7°C (2001).

Wakefield weather in April

In April, Wakefield averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The April record high is 25°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1988).

Wakefield weather in May

In May, Wakefield averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2026) and the record low is -3°C (1995).

Wakefield weather in June

In June, Wakefield averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Wakefield weather in July

In July, Wakefield averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 6°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Wakefield weather in August

In August, Wakefield averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The August record high is 32°C (1990) and the record low is 3°C (2012). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Wakefield weather in September

In September, Wakefield averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The September record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (1995). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Wakefield weather in October

In October, Wakefield averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The October record high is 24°C (2011) and the record low is -4°C (1997).

Wakefield weather in November

In November, Wakefield averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2025) and the record low is -8°C (2010).

Wakefield weather in December

In December, Wakefield averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (2015) and the record low is -13°C (1981).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Wakefield

April is the sunniest month in Wakefield, with sunshine about 35% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 29% of daylight hours. Wakefield is cloudier than 59% of the UK.

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

First and last freeze in Wakefield

The first fall freeze in Wakefield typically comes around November 6, and the last spring freeze around April 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 202 days.

Wakefield weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Wakefield station is 38°C, on July 18, 2022. The coldest is -13°C, on December 18, 1981.

The wettest day on record brought 83 mm of rain, on August 25, 1986.

37 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 Wakefield

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 5°C.

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

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 7°C.

Wakefield climate questions

How much rain does Wakefield get?

Wakefield gets 892 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 198 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Wakefield?

December is the wettest month in Wakefield, with 99 mm. May is the driest, with 54 mm.

How many rainy days does Wakefield have a year?

Wakefield has about 198 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 20.

What is the hottest month in Wakefield?

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

What is the coldest month in Wakefield?

January is the coldest month in Wakefield, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Wakefield?

The record high at the Wakefield station is 38°C, set on July 18, 2022. The record low is -13°C, on December 18, 1981.

What is the sunniest month in Wakefield?

April is the sunniest month in Wakefield, with sunshine about 35% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Wakefield?

The first fall freeze in Wakefield typically comes around November 6. The last spring freeze is around April 18.

What is the best time to visit Wakefield?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.