Southampton weather and climate in 2024
Day
12 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
13 °C
Precipitation
88 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
91 %
Day
12 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
13 °C
Precipitation
88 mm
in month
Rainy days
13 days
in month
Daylight
9 hours
average
Sunshine
2 hours
average
Humidity
91 %
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Weather overview
Southampton (United Kingdom) is a place with a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 9 °C (48 °F) in February to 23 °C (73 °F) in July. The driest month is July with just 8 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is January with 13 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 3 °C (37 °F) in February to 13 °C (56 °F) in July.
January weather
The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed in January in Southampton. The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, the value of this measure is 13 days. The day length starts to rise in this month.
February weather
The day temperature is on its minimum, with its value being 9 °C (48 °F) in Southampton, and the minimum of the night temperature is observable too, its value is 3 °C (37 °F). The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed, the value of this measure is 58 mm (2.29 in), and the number of rainy days starts to descent as well, with its value being 10 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, its value is 3 hours.
March weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value of 11 °C (52 °F) in Southampton, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed as well, with its value being 4 °C (40 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 4 hours.
April weather
The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 14 °C (57 °F) in Southampton, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, its value is 5 °C (42 °F). The number of rainy days starts to descent, with its value of 10 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well, the value of this measure is 48 mm (1.89 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 5 hours.
May weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 17 °C (63 °F) in Southampton, and the night temperature continues to rise as well, with its value of 9 °C (48 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, its value is 7 hours. The number of rainy days continues to descent.
June weather
The tourist season is about to start in Southampton. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 20 °C (69 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 11 °C (53 °F). The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 8 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, with its value being 7 hours. The wind speed is on its minimum, with its value of 4.
July weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Southampton. The maximum of the day temperature is observable, with its value of 23 °C (73 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum as well. The minimum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value being 8 days, and the minimum of the rainfall amount is observable too. The minimum of the humidity can be noticed, with its value of 82 %.
August weather
The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 9 days in Southampton, and the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well. There is pending tourist season. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent in this month.
September weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed in Southampton, and the night temperature starts to descent as well, the value of this measure is 11 °C (52 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 9 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise too. The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 5 hours.
October weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 16 °C (60 °F) in Southampton, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, the value of this measure is 9 °C (47 °F). The number of rainy days continues to rise, the value of this measure is 12 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value being 88 mm (3.45 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value being 3 hours.
November weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 12 °C (53 °F) in Southampton, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value of 6 °C (42 °F). The rainfall amount is on its maximum, with its value being 88 mm (3.48 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 2 hours.
December weather
The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 13 days in Southampton, on the contrary the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 83 mm (3.28 in). The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 9 °C (49 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent as well, with its value of 3 °C (38 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 2 hours. The humidity reaches its maximum, with its value being 92 %.
FAQs
How many hours of sun to expect in April in Southampton?
There is an average length of sunshine of 5 hours per day in April in Southampton.
What is the night temperature in Southampton in May?
The average night temperature in May in Southampton is 9 °C (48 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.
Are there good conditions to visit in June in Southampton?
There are good conditions for visiting in Southampton in June. There are only 8 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 20 °C (69 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 11 °C (53 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
Is July part of the wet season in Southampton?
No, there is no wet season in Southampton in July - you can expect 8 days of rain during the month.
What is the temperature in Southampton during the day in August?
In August in Southampton, the average daily temperatures will be 23 °C (73 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
What is the sea temperature in September in Southampton?
The sea will reach 17 °C (63 °F) in Southampton in September. At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
Is there a dry season in October in Southampton?
No, October is not a dry month in Southampton, expect rain approximately 12 days in a month.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Southampton in November?
In Southampton in November, we can expect 13 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 3.0 days of the week, or in general - 42 % days.
We make the most from 40 years of historical weather data to predict the best weather conditions.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.