West Midlands Weather Forecast
West Midlands weather: 66°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
West Midlands weather in November
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Climate in West Midlands 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° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 39° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 39° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 42° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 54° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 73° | 57° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 70° | 55° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 65° | 51° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit West Midlands
Go in 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.
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.
How West Midlands compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against West Midlands.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford-upon-Avon | 22 mi | 53°F | about the same | 31 in |
| Oxford | 57 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 32 in |
| Oxfordshire | 57 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 32 in |
| Manchester | 70 mi | 52°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Greater Manchester | 70 mi | 52°F | about the same | 48 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is West Midlands?
West Midlands is a county in England. Its coordinates are 52.4862, -1.8904. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in West Midlands right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 41% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit West Midlands?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in West Midlands, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is West Midlands in?
West Midlands observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:40 PM.
How many people live in West Midlands?
West Midlands has a population of approximately 3 million.
What is the nearest airport to West Midlands?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 93 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 117 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 193 mi away.
What are the top things to do in West Midlands?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Snowdonia National Park, British Museum, River Thames and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
What places are in West Midlands?
West Midlands covers 1 places in this atlas, including Birmingham.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 21, 2026 at 9:40 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
