Which is the hottest month in Colchester?

The hottest time of year in Colchester is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 22°C.

Which month has the most rain in Colchester?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Colchester with 58mm on average. There are normally 16 days in November with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Colchester?

The sunniest time of year in Colchester is normally June with bright sunshine on average for 43% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Colchester

Q: When is the best time to visit Colchester?

The best time to visit Colchester is July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Colchester?

The best time to visit Colchester is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for England (Colchester) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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