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- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average snowfall
- Average snowfall days
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, like December, is a frosty winter month in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between max 7.3°C (45.1°F) and min 2.4°C (36.3°F). In Shaftesbury, the lowest average temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 7.3°C (45.1°F) and a low of 2.4°C (36.3°F). Weather in January »
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Shaftesbury, is another chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.3°C (36.1°F) and 7.7°C (45.9°F). The beginning of February reveals an average high-temperature of a still chilly 7.7°C (45.9°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Weather in February »
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Shaftesbury, is a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.8°C (37°F) and 10.2°C (50.4°F). March's presence records an average high-temperature of a cool 10.2°C (50.4°F), closely mirroring February's climate. Weather in March »
Weather in April
April in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, is a refreshing spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 13.3°C (55.9°F) and an average low of 4.3°C (39.7°F). April's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a fresh 10.2°C (50.4°F) in March to a moderate 13.3°C (55.9°F). Weather in April »
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another mild month in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.8°C (44.2°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F). The transition from April to May brings an average high-temperature of a still mild 15.6°C (60.1°F), barely different from April's 13.3°C (55.9°F). Weather in May »
Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is an enjoyable month in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 9.8°C (49.6°F) and 18.4°C (65.1°F). Transitioning into June, Shaftesbury experiences an average high-temperature of a comfortable 18.4°C (65.1°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Weather in June »
Weather in July
July is an agreeable summer month in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 20.4°C (68.7°F) and an average low of 11.8°C (53.2°F). July brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 20.4°C (68.7°F) and an average low of 11.8°C (53.2°F). Weather in July »
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Shaftesbury, is another comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 12.1°C (53.8°F) and 19.8°C (67.6°F). Shaftesbury marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 20.4°C (68.7°F). Weather in August »
Weather in September
September, the first month of the autumn in Shaftesbury, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 10°C (50°F) and 17.7°C (63.9°F). As Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, steps into September, the average high-temperature is measured at a still enjoyable 17.7°C (63.9°F), displaying minor differences from August's 19.8°C (67.6°F). Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 8.5°C (47.3°F) and max 14.5°C (58.1°F). Shaftesbury records a mild change in average high-temperature during October, easing from an enjoyable 17.7°C (63.9°F) in September to a still refreshing 14.5°C (58.1°F). Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another cool month in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 10.2°C (50.4°F) and 5.5°C (41.9°F). A subtle change in temperatures is noted as October gives way to November, with average highs reducing from a moderate 14.5°C (58.1°F) to a fresh 10.2°C (50.4°F). Weather in November »
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Shaftesbury, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 3.8°C (38.8°F) and 8.2°C (46.8°F). December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a chilly 8.2°C (46.8°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Weather in December »
Updated: Feb 8, 2024
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Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the coldest in Shaftesbury?
The lowest temperatures in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, are recorded in January, with averages reaching a high of 7.3°C (45.1°F) and a low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).
What is the most humid month in Shaftesbury?
The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.
How much does it rain in Shaftesbury?
In Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 364mm (14.33") of precipitation.
When does it snow in Shaftesbury?
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December.
What is the snowiest month in Shaftesbury?
The months with the most snowfall in Shaftesbury are January and February, with an average 11mm (0.43") of accumulated snow.
How many days does it snow in Shaftesbury?
In Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.7 days and aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of snow.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shaftesbury?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shaftesbury.
When it does not snow in Shaftesbury?
April through October are months without snowfall in Shaftesbury.
When is the highest UV index in Shaftesbury?
The months with the highest UV index in Shaftesbury are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
When are the longest days in Shaftesbury?
The month with the longest days in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, is June, with an average of 16h and 30min of daylight.
What month is the hottest in Shaftesbury?
July brings the highest temperatures in Shaftesbury, with an average high of 20.4°C (68.7°F) and an average low of 11.8°C (53.2°F).
What is the least humid month in Shaftesbury?
With an average relative humidity of 82%, July is the least humid month.
What month has the most sunshine in Shaftesbury?
July has the most sunshine of the year in Shaftesbury, United Kingdom, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.
What is the driest month in Shaftesbury?
September is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Shaftesbury?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am, and the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Shaftesbury?
The month with the least sunshine is November, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.
What is the rainiest month in Shaftesbury?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Shaftesbury?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
Average temperature
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).
Average pressure
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in January:
1014.5mbar - Average pressure in February:
1013.9mbar - Average pressure in March:
1015.5mbar - Average pressure in April:
1015.5mbar - Average pressure in May:
1016.9mbar - Average pressure in June:
1016.2mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1015.6mbar - Average pressure in August:
1015.1mbar - Average pressure in September:
1017mbar - Average pressure in October:
1014.9mbar - Average pressure in November:
1010.3mbar - Average pressure in December:
1014.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).
Average wind speed
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in January:
16.2km/h - Average wind speed in February:
17.1km/h - Average wind speed in March:
15.6km/h - Average wind speed in April:
13.2km/h - Average wind speed in May:
12.9km/h - Average wind speed in June:
12.6km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
12.4km/h - Average wind speed in August:
12.8km/h - Average wind speed in September:
12.8km/h - Average wind speed in October:
14.3km/h - Average wind speed in November:
15.6km/h - Average wind speed in December:
16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
Average humidity
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (82%).
Average rainfall
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (20mm).
Average rainfall days
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in January:
14.1 days - Average rainfall days in February:
11.6 days - Average rainfall days in March:
13.3 days - Average rainfall days in April:
11.9 days - Average rainfall days in May:
12.7 days - Average rainfall days in June:
14.2 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
14.7 days - Average rainfall days in August:
15.1 days - Average rainfall days in September:
10.8 days - Average rainfall days in October:
14.2 days - Average rainfall days in November:
16.6 days - Average rainfall days in December:
14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.8 days).
Average snowfall
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in January:
1.9 days - Average snowfall days in February:
1.6 days - Average snowfall days in March:
0.8 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0 days - Average snowfall days in November:
0.3 days - Average snowfall days in December:
1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in January:
8h and 3min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 0min - Average daylight in March:
11h and 5min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 5min - Average daylight in May:
15h and 4min - Average daylight in June:
16h and 3min
- Average daylight in July:
16h and 0min - Average daylight in August:
14h and 3min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 4min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 4min - Average daylight in November:
8h and 5min - Average daylight in December:
8h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January:
3h and 4min - Average sunshine in February:
3h and 4min - Average sunshine in March:
5h and 2min - Average sunshine in April:
6h and 5min - Average sunshine in May:
7h and 1min - Average sunshine in June:
6h and 5min
- Average sunshine in July:
7h and 3min - Average sunshine in August:
6h and 4min - Average sunshine in September:
6h and 2min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 1min - Average sunshine in November:
3h and 3min - Average sunshine in December:
3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in January:
12.3 days - Average sunshine days in February:
11.8 days - Average sunshine days in March:
14.2 days - Average sunshine days in April:
15.3 days - Average sunshine days in May:
14.5 days - Average sunshine days in June:
13.6 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
13.8 days - Average sunshine days in August:
11.7 days - Average sunshine days in September:
15.9 days - Average sunshine days in October:
13.5 days - Average sunshine days in November:
10.4 days - Average sunshine days in December:
12.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.4 days).
Average UV index
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility
Shaftesbury, United Kingdom
The month with the highest visibility is February (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
