Wolverhampton, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Wolverhampton, 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).

Wolverhampton climate at a glance

Oceanic climate

Wolverhampton, 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 Wolverhampton get?

Wolverhampton 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.

Wolverhampton weather by month

Wolverhampton weather in January

In January, Wolverhampton 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 30% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (1983) and the record low is -19°C (1982).

Wolverhampton weather in February

In February, Wolverhampton 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).

Wolverhampton weather in March

In March, Wolverhampton 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).

Wolverhampton weather in April

In April, Wolverhampton 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 34% of daylight hours. The April record high is 26°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1978).

Wolverhampton weather in May

In May, Wolverhampton 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 32% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2026) and the record low is -3°C (1982).

Wolverhampton weather in June

In June, Wolverhampton 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 34% 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.

Wolverhampton weather in July

In July, Wolverhampton 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 30% 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.

Wolverhampton weather in August

In August, Wolverhampton 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 31% 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.

Wolverhampton weather in September

In September, Wolverhampton 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.

Wolverhampton weather in October

In October, Wolverhampton 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 23% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (2011) and the record low is -6°C (1997).

Wolverhampton weather in November

In November, Wolverhampton 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 26% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2005) and the record low is -13°C (2010).

Wolverhampton weather in December

In December, Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton

April is the sunniest month in Wolverhampton, with sunshine about 34% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest, at 21%. Over the year the sun shines about 29% of daylight hours. Wolverhampton is cloudier than 59% of the UK.

Humidity peaks in December at 89% and is lowest in April at 71%.

First and last freeze in Wolverhampton

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

Wolverhampton weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton

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%30%14°-19°
February40 mm1582%24%17°-12°
March40 mm1579%29%21°-11°
April43 mm1471%34%26°-6°
May51 mm1473%32%31°-3°
June56 mm1371%34%33°-1°
July56 mm1473%30%36°
August59 mm1474%31%34°
September58 mm1480%28%29°-3°
October65 mm1785%23%26°-6°
November58 mm1988%26%18°-13°
December63 mm1989%21%16°-19°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Wolverhampton climate questions

How much rain does Wolverhampton get?

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

What is the wettest month in Wolverhampton?

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

How many rainy days does Wolverhampton have a year?

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

What is the hottest month in Wolverhampton?

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

What is the coldest month in Wolverhampton?

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

What is the record high temperature in Wolverhampton?

The record high at the Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton?

April is the sunniest month in Wolverhampton, with sunshine about 34% of daylight hours. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Wolverhampton?

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

What is the best time to visit Wolverhampton?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHAWBURY (44 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHAWBURY.