Our verdict
The best time to visit The Cotswolds is May-June
In summer, the average maximum temperature is around 21℃ (69℉), but temperatures can sometimes reach as high as 24℃ (75℉) on the hottest days of the year. In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 1℃ (35℉).
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting The Cotswolds, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. On average it rains the most days in November, making it the wettest month of the year. Although it’s the wet season, it can often rain a little bit during the day or evening but have fine weather for a majority of the day too, so don’t let this put you off.
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The Cotswolds seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in The Cotswolds as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. The Cotswolds is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in The Cotswolds
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in The Cotswolds for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
The Cotswolds climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in The Cotswolds for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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The Cotswolds in January
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average low temperature: 1℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 90%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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The Cotswolds in February
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 88%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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The Cotswolds in March
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 15mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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The Cotswolds in April
- Average temperature: 9℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 14mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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The Cotswolds in May
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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The Cotswolds in June
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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The Cotswolds in July
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 21mm (1") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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The Cotswolds in August
- Average temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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The Cotswolds in September
- Average temperature: 14℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 16mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
The Cotswolds in October
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 87%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 25mm (1") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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The Cotswolds in November
- Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average humidity: 90%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 26mm (1") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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The Cotswolds in December
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to The Cotswolds in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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