Best time to visit Portsmouth

Q: When is the best time to visit Portsmouth?

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

Q: Which is the hottest month in Portsmouth?

The hottest time of year in Portsmouth is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with low heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Portsmouth?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Portsmouth with 125mm on average. There are normally 11 days in November with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Portsmouth?

The sunniest time of year in Portsmouth is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 62% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Portsmouth?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Portsmouth in August when the water temperature reaches 18°C.

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When is the best time to visit Portsmouth?

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

Maximum daytime temperature = 72 - 86°F [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

34
Jan
36
Feb
45
Mar
55
Apr
66
May
77
Jun
82
Jul
81
Aug
73
Sep
63
Oct
50
Nov
37
Dec

Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Mar
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Apr
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May
9
Jun
9
Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Dec

Which is the hottest month in Portsmouth?

The hottest time of year in Portsmouth is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 82°F with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Portsmouth?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Portsmouth with 4.9 inches on average. There are normally 11 days in November with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Portsmouth?

The sunniest time of year in Portsmouth is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 62% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Portsmouth?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Portsmouth in August when the water temperature reaches 64°F.