Best Time to Visit Snowdonia National Park
Best time to visit Snowdonia National Park: July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Snowdonia National Park
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Snowdonia National Park 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 | 43° | 35° | 7,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 38° | 7,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 50° | 39° | 5,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 47° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 62° | 52° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 65° | 54° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 54° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 8,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 7,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 41° | 9,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 41° | 12,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Snowdonia National Park compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Snowdonia National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 53 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 46 in |
| Merseyside | 53 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 46 in |
| Greater Manchester | 82 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 48 in |
| Manchester | 82 mi | 52°F | +34°F warmer | 48 in |
| Lancashire | 84 mi | 50°F | about the same | 59 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 60°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Snowdonia National Park is a national park in Gwynedd. Snowdonia National Park is a national park known for Wales' highest peaks and slate valleys.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Snowdonia National Park with clear. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 53°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Snowdonia National Park is July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 100 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 72°F is 8.1°F above the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Snowdonia National Park today at 10/10. 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 Snowdonia National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:14 AM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 61° / 51°
Light drizzle · 54% rain · wind 11 mph
⛈️ 63° / 48°
Thunderstorm · 94% rain · wind 16 mph
Things to do in Snowdonia National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Snowdonia National Park.
Quick facts about Snowdonia National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| County | Gwynedd |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°55′40.8″N 3°59′56″W (52.928, -3.9989) |
| Established | 1951 |
| Known for | Wales' highest peaks and slate valleys |
| Local time | 2:14 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Snowdonia National Park?
Snowdonia National Park is a national park in Gwynedd. Its coordinates are 52.928, -3.9989. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Snowdonia National Park right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 69% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Snowdonia National Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Snowdonia National Park, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Snowdonia National Park in?
Snowdonia National Park observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:14 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Snowdonia National Park?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 100 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 181 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 203 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Snowdonia National Park?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, British Museum, River Thames and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 August 24, 2026 at 2:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
