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Wolverhampton, 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 Wolverhampton, England?
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).
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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 8° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 21° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 14° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Wolverhampton got 617 mm of rain, against a normal of 640 mm for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 109 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 37°C (2026) 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. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. 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 -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. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 21%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 29% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover SHAWBURY during 1973–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Wolverhampton station is 37°C, on August 12, 2026. The coldest is -19°C, on January 11, 1982.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 56 mm of precipitation, on September 8, 2024.
32 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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 8° | 52 mm | 18 | 86% | 30% | 14° | -19° |
| February | 1° | 8° | 40 mm | 15 | 82% | 24% | 17° | -12° |
| March | 2° | 11° | 40 mm | 15 | 79% | 29% | 21° | -11° |
| April | 4° | 13° | 43 mm | 14 | 71% | 34% | 26° | -6° |
| May | 7° | 17° | 51 mm | 14 | 73% | 32% | 31° | -3° |
| June | 9° | 19° | 56 mm | 13 | 71% | 34% | 33° | -1° |
| July | 11° | 21° | 56 mm | 14 | 73% | 30% | 36° | 2° |
| August | 11° | 21° | 59 mm | 14 | 74% | 31% | 37° | 2° |
| September | 9° | 18° | 58 mm | 14 | 80% | 28% | 29° | -3° |
| October | 7° | 14° | 65 mm | 17 | 85% | 23% | 26° | -6° |
| November | 3° | 11° | 58 mm | 19 | 88% | 26% | 18° | -13° |
| December | 1° | 8° | 63 mm | 19 | 89% | 21% | 16° | -19° |
Station: SHAWBURY, 44 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1973–2026; 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.
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?
Within the available 1973–2026 station history, the record high at the Wolverhampton station is 37°C, set on August 12, 2026. 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 estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.