The climate of Alkham
Alkham lies within the Köppen climate category of Cfb, known as a marine west coast climate with warm summers. It occupies a position on the
United Kingdom's island where it experiences a relatively moderate maritime climate throughout the year.
In terms of annual weather conditions, Alkham demonstrates distinctive weather patterns typical of a marine climate. Temperatures across the year vary from 4.9°C (40.8°F) to a comfortable 19.3°C (66.7°F). Humidity on average hovers around 80%, highest being 83% and the lowest being 78%. On average, the region experiences rainfall ranging from 23mm (0.91") to 60mm (2.36") per month, indicating a fair distribution of rain throughout the year.
Alkham's unique weather patterns become more apparent when observing the monthly rainfalls. A relatively higher rainfall is observed towards the end of the year, peaking in
November and
December at 60mm (2.36"). On the other hand, the warmer months from
April to
July see slightly lower rainfall, with the driest month being April with only 23mm (0.91") of rain.
The best time to visit Alkham
The favourable time to visit
Alkham would be during the summer months, from
June through
August. During this period, temperatures hover between 16.1°C (61°F) to 19.3°C (66.7°F). Sunshine hours go up to approximately 9 hours per day, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Despite a slight rise in rainfall from 27mm (1.06") in
May to 48mm (1.89") in August, this does not pose a significant hindrance, as rainfall days remain fairly consistent around 12 to 16 days.
The worst time to visit Alkham
The period between
November and
December could potentially be considered less favourable for travellers intending to explore the outdoors. These months experience
Alkham's highest rainfall of 60mm (2.36"). Additionally, the daylight hours reduce to under 9 hours, and temperatures drop to 9.2°C (48.6°F) and 7.4°C (45.3°F), respectively.
Spring weather in Alkham
Spring in
Alkham makes its presence felt from
March to
May, marking the transition from winter cold to warmer summer temperatures. March kicks off the spring with a pleasant 8.8°C (47.8°F) which gradually ascends to 13.4°C (56.1°F) in May. Rainfall during these months sees a steady decline from 29mm (1.14") in March to 23mm (0.91") in
April and then rebounds to 27mm (1.06") in May.
Summer weather in Alkham
Alkham’s summer weather stretches between
June and
August with comfortable temperatures ranging from 16.1°C (61°F) to a peak of 19.3°C (66.7°F). Despite the increase in temperature, humidity remain stable at around 81%. Rainfall slightly increase from 30mm (1.18") in June to 48mm (1.89") in August. Daylight hours extend up to an average of 16 hours per day, offering ample opportunity for outdoor exploration during the long, mild evenings.
Autumn weather in Alkham
Autumn descends on
Alkham in
September, continuing until
November. The season experiences a gradual decrease in temperature, from 17.7°C (63.9°F) in September to 11.5°C (52.7°F) in November. Rainfall increases significantly during these months from 35mm (1.38") in September to the highest volume of 60mm (2.36") in November. Although daylight hours significantly reduce, autumn maintains practically stable cloud cover from summer, offering a reasonable deal of sunlit time.
Winter weather in Alkham
Winter in
Alkham stretches from
December to
February, demonstrating a chillier side of Alkham's usually moderate climate. The temperature dips to low levels, ranging from 7.4°C (45.3°F) in December to 5°C (41°F) in
January. December and January see the heaviest snowfall, reaching 12mm (0.47") and 7mm (0.28"), respectively. Despite relatively cooler temperatures and increased snowfall, winter in Alkham can often offer picturesque scenes of snow-capped landscapes.
Weather in January
January in
Alkham,
United Kingdom displays regular weather patterns of winter, with chilly temperatures and cloudy skies. A surge in snowfall can be itemized, data records at 12mm (0.47") for the month, outranking the other months.
Weather in January » Weather in February
Transitioning from
January to
February,
Alkham's weather conditions retain their wintry influence, despite the slight mitigation in the snowfall. Accurate data show a decrease in snowfall from 12mm (0.47") in January to 7mm (0.28") this month.
Weather in February »Weather in March
In
March,
Alkham leans into spring; winters gradually recede, marking a shift from the colder to warmer months. A noticeable evolution in weather patterns reveals March witnessing only 2mm (0.08") of snowfall, establishing its unique characteristic.
Weather in March »
Weather in April
The weather in
Alkham during
April validates the progressive takeover by the spring season. The complete absence of snow throughout the month substantiates this claim, as April records a snowfall count of 0mm (0"). The environment switches over to moderate temperatures and an increase in daylight hours, implying longer and brighter days.
Weather in April »Weather in May
May brings in a pleasant equilibrium of weather conditions in
Alkham, characterized by moderate warmth and consistent rainfall. The significant increase in temperatures, along with the termination of snowfall for 0mm (0"), affirms May's identity as a prominent spring month.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June marks the commencement of summer in
Alkham, bringing in a rise in temperatures and longer sunlight hours. This shift in climatic conditions comes with a marked increase in UV index to 4 from 3 in
May, underpinning the presence of intense sunlight.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, the summer zenith in
Alkham, holds the record for the warmest temperatures. The data excerpt confirms this distinction with the highest recorded temperature, peaking at 19.3°C (66.7°F). The climate is characterized by inducing warmth, bright, long days, and an increase in humidity.
Weather in July » Weather in August
August, falling in the heart of summer, maintains the defining seasonal attributes of
July, albeit with marginally moderated temperatures. From the data, 27mm (1.06") of rainfall is seen, which is lesser than in any other summer month.
Weather in August » Weather in September
September, a herald of autumn in
Alkham, presents a gradual cooling climate, reduced daylight hours, and a mild increase in precipitation. The data strikes a highlight with a fall in temperatures to 14.9°C (58.8°F) from 18.6°C (65.5°F) in the previous month.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
October notches up the advancement of autumn in
Alkham, with heightened rainfall and decreasing temperatures defining this month. The most significant rainfall occurs during this month, quantified by data at 60mm (2.36"), as compared to the preceding months.
Weather in October » Weather in November
November, the precipice of winter in
Alkham, is characterized by consistent rainfall, dwindling temperatures, and shorter daylight hours. Remarkably, this is the second consecutive month where the rainfall precipitation measure equals 60mm (2.36").
Weather in November » Weather in December
December embraces the winter season in
Alkham, displaying a climate characterized by cold temperatures, limited daylight hours, and the return of snowfall. The notable resurgence in snowfall, which accounts for 8mm (0.31") this month, clearly marks the onset of winter.
Weather in December »