Weather in York Today

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Current temperature in York: 20°C (68°F). Mainly Clear. Today's high 20°C (68°F), low 13°C (55°F).

Live · Current ConditionsDay
20°
Mainly Clear
RealFeel® 17°C
47%Comfortable
Rain probability: 2%
High20°
Low13°
15km/hWWind fromWest
Gentle Breeze · Gusts 32 km/h
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Today's Daylight Forecast

Partly cloudy
Fri, Sep 114:30 PMDay
13h daylight today24h view
Sunrise6:30 AMDawn 6:00 AM
Daylight remaining3hNoon 1:00 PMTotal 13h
Sunset7:30 PMDusk 8:00 PM
NowPartly cloudy+20°C

Moon & Islamic Calendar

Health & Activity Advice
✅ Good for OutdoorsAQI 15 · Good

Air quality and UV are both favourable great conditions for a walk, run, or outdoor activity.

5-Day Weather Forecast

Full 15-Day Forecast

Atmospheric Details

Wind
15 km/h
W · Gentle Breeze
Humidity
47 %
Comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Visibility
16 km
Excellent
Pressure
1009 hPa
Stable
Dew Point
8°C
Comfortable

Today vs Normal

20°C+2° above normal

The long-term average high for today is 18°C.

16 of the last 28 days with published data ran above normal.

It continues that pattern - today's forecast is also running above normal.

2026-08-28: 18°C18°2026-08-29: 19°C19°2026-08-30: 21°C21°2026-08-31: 20°C20°2026-09-01: 20°C20°2026-09-02: 20°C20°2026-09-03: 20°C20°2026-09-04: 18°C18°2026-09-05: 19°C19°2026-09-06: 21°C21°2026-09-07: 18°C18°2026-09-08: 17°C17°

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Air Quality
Good

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Health & Activity Advice

✅ Good for Outdoors

UV index is 2 today — low. Minimal sun protection is needed for most outdoor activity.

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.

Nearby Regional Outlook

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in York?

The hottest month in York is typically July, with daytime highs averaging around 21°C (70°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 12.8°C (55°F).

What is the coldest month in York?

The coldest month in York is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around 1.5°C (35°F) and daytime highs near 7°C (45°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Does York have a rainy season?

York doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. October is the wettest month on average (about 82 mm), while April is the driest (about 45 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit York?

The best time to visit York is typically June to August, when daytime highs average a comfortable 20.3°C (69°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 74 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Is York's air quality safe right now?

As of the latest reading, York's air quality index (AQI) is 15, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.