Leicestershire travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Leicestershire with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Leicestershire.

Leicestershire travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Leicestershire with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Leicestershire - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Pound Sterling
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left
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Leicestershire weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
6°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Leicester6
6°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Leicester6
9°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Leicester9
12°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Leicester12
16°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Leicester16
19°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Leicester19
21°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Leicester21
21°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Leicester21
18°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Leicester18
14°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Leicester14
9°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Leicester9
7°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Leicester7
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
17 days with some rainfall in January in Leicester17
14 days with some rainfall in February in Leicester14
16 days with some rainfall in March in Leicester16
14 days with some rainfall in April in Leicester14
14 days with some rainfall in May in Leicester14
13 days with some rainfall in June in Leicester13
12 days with some rainfall in July in Leicester12
13 days with some rainfall in August in Leicester13
13 days with some rainfall in September in Leicester13
14 days with some rainfall in October in Leicester14
16 days with some rainfall in November in Leicester16
16 days with some rainfall in December in Leicester16

The Leicestershire weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Leicester.

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Leicestershire travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Leicestershire from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Leicestershire.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Leicestershire travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Leicestershire with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Leicestershire, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Leicestershire travel features

Do you want to learn more about Leicestershire? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Leicestershire.

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Leicestershire FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Leicestershire including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

What is the time difference between Leicestershire and the UK?

The time difference between Leicestershire and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Leicestershire?

The main language spoken in Leicestershire is English.

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What is the currency in Leicestershire?

The currency in Leicestershire is the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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Which plugs are used in Leicestershire?

Leicestershire uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Leicestershire?

They drive on the left side of the road in Leicestershire.

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