Cornwall Historic Weather Records

Analyse hottest, coldest, windiest & wettest days

Cornwall Weather Trend Graph


Temperature (°C)
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Months
Max Temp.
Historic Max Temp.
Min Temp.
Historic Min Temp.

Yearly Summary 2026


38°C
Highest Temp
2 Jul. 26

-22°C
Lowest Temp
8 Feb. 26


Seasonal Breakdown

Hottest MonthAugust28.8°C

Coldest MonthFebruary-8.3°C

Wettest MonthMarch10.72mm

Windiest MonthMarch20.01km/h

Frequently Asked Questions


1. What is the hottest month in Cornwall historically?

July is historically Cornwall's hottest month, with average maximum temperatures around 28°C. During peak heatwave events, the highest recorded temperatures have reached 38°C on 2026-07-02.

2. What is the coldest month in Cornwall historically?

January is Cornwall's coldest month, with average minimum temperatures around -6°C. The all-time record low of -25°C was recorded on 2016-02-14.

3. What is the average annual rainfall in Cornwall over the past 17 years?

Cornwall's average annual rainfall is approximately 1425.9mm, based on records spanning 17 years.

4. How many rainy days does Cornwall experience on average per year?

Cornwall historically records approximately 178.8 rainy days per year. July has the highest number of rain days at an average of 16.7 days.

5. What is the all-time highest temperature ever recorded in Cornwall?

The all-time highest temperature recorded in Cornwall is 38°C on 2026-07-02.

6. What is the all-time lowest temperature ever recorded in Cornwall?

The all-time lowest temperature recorded in Cornwall is -25°C on 2016-02-14.

7. What is the windiest time of year in Cornwall historically?

Cornwall experiences its strongest winds during March. The historic gust record of 49 kph was recorded on 2012-10-29.

8. What is the highest and lowest humidity in Cornwall during a year?

Usually, Cornwall's humidity peaks in February at around 79.9% and drops to its lowest in April at approximately 72.7%.