Dorset Clima and Average Tiempo
Clima of Dorset: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Clima in Dorset month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mes | Máx. media | Mín. media | Precipitaciones | Valoración |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| enero | 8° | 3° | 158 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| febrero | 10° | 5° | 157 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| marzo | 11° | 5° | 74 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| abril | 14° | 6° | 64 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| may | 18° | 10° | 73 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| junio | 20° | 12° | 56 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| julio | 23° | 14° | 57 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| agosto | 22° | 14° | 54 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| septiembre | 18° | 11° | 88 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| octubre | 15° | 10° | 147 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| noviembre | 11° | 6° | 125 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| diciembre | 10° | 6° | 142 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
Clima type: Temperate. Fuente: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Dorset
Altoest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Dorset compares con nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Dorset.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset | 57 km | 12°C | +1°C warmer | 911 mm |
| Stonehenge | 60 km | 11°C | about the same | 912 mm |
| Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites | 60 km | 11°C | about the same | 912 mm |
| Bath | 70 km | 11°C | about the same | 987 mm |
| Bristol | 80 km | 12°C | about the same | 1038 mm |
Mejor época para visitar Dorset
Go in may, junio, julio and agosto. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: enero, febrero and diciembre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Dorset
Today is about average for octubre. The forecast high of 16°C is in line con the 15°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 26 mm is forecast, which is enough a soak trails and slow traffic.
Ráfagas a 81 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in junio a agosto.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 13°C.
What a pack, what a skip
- A packable rain shell – 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints mientras gusts stay above 81 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid enero, febrero and diciembre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Resumen
Dorset is a county in England. Dorset is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. Tiene una población de aproximadamente 780.000.
Ahora mismo hay 9°C (48°F) in Dorset con cubierto. La sensación térmica es de 6°C. Hoy las temperaturas van de 8°C a 16°C. La probabilidad de precipitación es del 100%. Las condiciones para hacer turismo obtienen 6/10 – aceptable — planifica según el tiempo.
La mejor época para visitar Dorset is may, junio, julio and agosto. El clima es temperate. enero, febrero and diciembre suelen ser los meses menos cómodos. julio es el mes más cálido, con máximas medias cercanas a 23°C, mientras enero es el mes más frío, con mínimas cercanas a 3°C.
El aeropuerto principal más cercano es London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 154 km away. Entre los lugares destacados cercanos se encuentran Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and River Thames.
En términos sencillos. Today is about average for octubre. The forecast high of 16°C is in line con the 15°C typical for this month. The best window a be outside is roughly 7 AM a 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Dorset today at 9.2/10. Ráfagas a 81 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Dorset
| Tipo | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| País | Reino Unido |
| Continente | Europa |
| Coordenadas | 50°44′55.7″N 2°20′40.2″W (50.7488, -2.3445) |
| Población | 780.000 |
| Hora local | 11:30 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Mejores meses | may, junio, julio and agosto |
| Clima | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dorset?
Dorset is a county in England. Its coordinates are 50.7488, -2.3445. It lies in Europa.
What is the weather like in Dorset ahora mismo?
It is currently 9°C (48°F) con cubierto. Humedad is 86% and wind is 13 km/h.
When is the best time a visit Dorset?
may, junio, julio and agosto offer the most comfortable conditions in Dorset, which has a temperate climate. enero, febrero and diciembre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dorset in?
Dorset observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The hora local is 11:30 PM.
How many people live in Dorset?
Dorset has a population of approximately 780.000.
What is the nearest airport a Dorset?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 154 km away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 158 km away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 400 km away.
What are the top things a do in Dorset?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, River Thames, British Museum and Tower of London.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Pronóstico and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Calidad del aire and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Clima 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 octubre 24, 2026 at 11:30 PM hora local. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
