Our verdict
The best time to visit Lancaster is April-May
In summer, temperatures can reach as high as 36℃ (97℉) in the middle of the day. The average low temperatures in winter float around 3℃ (38℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about 2℃ (35℉).
If you’re keen to work on your tan in Lancaster, you’re most likely get the longest days between sun-up and sun-down around July. The wet season in Lancaster falls around December, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in June instead.
Keep reading to learn more about the best times to go to Lancaster, including detailed weather information and tools to help you find and book great deals on your travel.
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Lancaster seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Lancaster as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Lancaster 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 Lancaster
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 Lancaster 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.
Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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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Lancaster in January
- Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 53%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster 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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Lancaster in February
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 53%
- Average sunny days: 21 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 6 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster 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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Lancaster in March
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 51%
- Average sunny days: 23 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in March, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Lancaster in April
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 47%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 14mm (1") over 5 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in April, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Lancaster in May
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 43%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 3mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in May, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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Lancaster in June
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average humidity: 38%
- Average sunny days: 28 days
- Average rainfall: 1mm (0") over 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Lancaster in July
- Average temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average high temperature: 33℃ (91℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 35%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Lancaster in August
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 33℃ (91℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 31%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 5mm (0") over 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Lancaster in September
- Average temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 34%
- Average sunny days: 25 days
- Average rainfall: 4mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Lancaster in October
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 39%
- Average sunny days: 27 days
- Average rainfall: 6mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in October, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings, and t-shirts and light gear for the daytime.
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Lancaster in November
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 44%
- Average sunny days: 26 days
- Average rainfall: 11mm (0") over 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Lancaster in December
- Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (54℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 54%
- Average sunny days: 24 days
- Average rainfall: 34mm (1") over 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Lancaster 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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