The four seasons of the year in the UK

When we imagine the weather in the UK, what associations come to mind? Clouds, rain and fog. Much depends on the time of year. There are sunny days and frosty nights. To get a better understanding of the country’s climate, let’s break down the weather in the UK by month.

Spring

It starts in March, and sometimes even in February. But it is not very warm — during the day the air warms up to 12-15°С, and at night the thermometer column drops to 2-5°С. However, it is enough for nature to start to revive. Trees are wrapped in a gentle green haze, the first sprouts break through the ground, and animals wake up from hibernation. But it is too early to relax. The real warmth will be established only in May and it will be rather delicate, not blazing hot.

But it is a wonderful time to visit England. You can stroll endlessly through meadows and gardens, admiring the variety of flowers and enjoying their subtle beauty. It is also the time when the first exhibitions and festivals begin.

Dressing at this time of year is better to be light but layered. That is, instead of a single jacket, it is better to wear a thin T-shirt, a knitted jumper and a not too thick jacket. So, you can adjust your temperature regime depending on the weather, which can change several times a day. At the same time, the removed things will not take up too much space — the jacket can be neatly rolled up and put in a bag or rucksack, and the jumper wrapped around your waist. Whereas a jacket removed from the heat you’ll probably have to annoyingly carry in your hands, while still shivering in the chilly wind.

Summer

As in all temperate countries, the weather in the UK is at its most comfortable in summer. The average daily temperature grudgingly passes +20°C and very rarely reaches +30°С.

June is especially beautiful — it betrays the English love of rain and is considered a dry month. The days are at their longest, so this period is a favourite with tourists. However, the sea is still cold. But it’s nice to go travelling all over the country, not just to London.

In July, the air warms up even more, so even the nights get warm. It’s a great time to attend outdoor festivals or travel with tents. August, on the other hand, is already rainier.

Autumn

It starts off quite poetically, with the quiet fading of nature, golden leaves and balmy days when the temperature stays between +15 and +19 degrees Celsius. But by mid-October the monsoons come from the Atlantic and make everything damp and dank. The sky is covered with clouds for a long time, rains begin to fall more often, and fogs envelope everything around. By November, the thermometer drops to around +9°C, making the environment unfriendly.

It’s true that some people manage to find charm even in such gloomy weather and believe that rain in the UK is an integral part of the English identity. But it’s worth recognising that this is a real challenge for outerwear and footwear, which should be as waterproof as possible. The advice about layering clothes is relevant here too, although the layers should certainly be warmer. And of course, it is worth getting an umbrella. In autumn you will need it more than once!

Winter

If you’re hoping for snow instead of rain when winter arrives, you’ll be disappointed. Sub-zero temperatures are rare here. But when it does snow, especially on Christmas Eve, it looks fabulous.

The average winter temperature is +7… +9°C. Only in the northern parts of the country can you find real frosts. London continues to be content with rain, slush and freezing winds.