Geography of Lancashire
Geography of Lancashire: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lancashire
Greater Manchester is 28 mi to the south-east, Manchester is 28 mi to the south-east, Merseyside is 32 mi to the south-west and Liverpool is 32 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 53°49′3″N 2°36′14″W (53.8175, -2.6039)
Quick facts about Lancashire
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°49′3″N 2°36′14″W (53.8175, -2.6039) |
| Population | 1.500.000 |
| Local time | 9:26 PM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | July |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Lancashire is a county in England. Lancashire is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 1.5 million.
Right now it is 53°F (12°C) in Lancashire with partly cloudy. It feels like 43°F. Today runs from 49°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Lancashire is July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 153 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 4.5°F above the 55°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Lancashire today at 8/10. Gusts to 41 mph 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.
Climate in Lancashire 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 | 42° | 34° | 5,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 38° | 4,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 38° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 41° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 52° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 50° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 55° | 46° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 48° | 40° | 5,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 7,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lancashire?
Lancashire is a county in England. Its coordinates are 53.8175, -2.6039. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lancashire right now?
It is currently 53°F (12°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 68% and wind is 21 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lancashire?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in Lancashire, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lancashire in?
Lancashire observes Europe/London (UTC+00:00). The local time is 9:26 PM.
How many people live in Lancashire?
Lancashire has a population of approximately 1.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Lancashire?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 153 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 186 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lancashire?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 28, 2026 at 9:26 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
