Weather and Climate in Britain

Autumn (September - November)

In Autumn there can be very warm days, but equally there can be very cold ones too! Temperatures fluctuate around the 7 to 14 degrees Centigrade mark but are likely to be much warmer in September than November.

Winter (December - early March)

Winter sees Britain's shortest and coldest days (about 7-8 hours of daylight) but these can be crisp and bright. Temperatures fluctuate from around 1 to 5 degrees Centigrade.

Spring (March - May)

In Spring, you might enjoy wonderful sunny weather but then, it might equally be cold and wet. Temperatures fluctuate from around 6 to 11 degrees Centigrade. May can have very warm days - up to about 18 degrees Centigrade.

Summer (June - August)

Most days in summer are warm, but evenings can be cool. Temperatures average around 14 - 20 degrees Centigrade, although it can be up to around 28 degrees Centigrade on some days.

There is quite a difference in temperature between Scotland and Southern England. Generally, the further north, the colder it is likely to be.

For an update on the latest weather in Britain visit the BBC website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/