Best Time to Visit Liverpool
Best time to visit Liverpool: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Liverpool
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Liverpool month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 36° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 40° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 43° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 64° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 66° | 55° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 58° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 69° | 57° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 63° | 53° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 49° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Liverpool compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Liverpool.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 31 mi | 52°F | about the same | 47 in |
| Greater Manchester | 31 mi | 52°F | about the same | 47 in |
| Lancashire | 32 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 59 in |
| Snowdonia National Park | 53 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 85 in |
| Gwynedd | 53 mi | 50°F | 34°F cooler | 85 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Liverpool is a city in Merseyside. Liverpool is known for the Beatles and the Albert Dock. It has a population of about 500.000.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Liverpool with partly cloudy. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 56°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 25%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Liverpool is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 135 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 63°F is 5.2°F above the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Liverpool today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Liverpool right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:21 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 62° / 53°
Drizzle · 56% rain · wind 12 mph
☁️ 65° / 49°
Overcast · 8% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Liverpool
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Liverpool.
Quick facts about Liverpool
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Merseyside |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°24′30.2″N 2°59′29.8″W (53.4084, -2.9916) |
| Population | 500.000 |
| Known for | the Beatles and the Albert Dock |
| Local time | 9:21 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Explore Liverpool
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Liverpool?
Liverpool is a city in Merseyside. Its coordinates are 53.4084, -2.9916. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Liverpool right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 85% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Liverpool?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Liverpool, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Liverpool in?
Liverpool observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:21 PM.
How many people live in Liverpool?
Liverpool has a population of approximately 500.000.
What is the nearest airport to Liverpool?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 135 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 171 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 196 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Liverpool?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 1, 2026 at 9:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
