Outdoor activities Potential
Good
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
June, May, July
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🥾 Planning a hiking trip to Snowdonia?
The best time to visit Snowdonia for hiking is June, May, July, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.
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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Snowdonia, with open trails and longer daylight hours.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Snowdonia
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
18Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 3° | 220 | |
24Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 3° | 164 | |
26Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 5° | 158 | |
34Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 126 | |
55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 114 | |
71Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 119 | |
45Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 125 | |
45Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 150 | |
45Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 12° | 169 | |
30Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 9° | 245 | |
18Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 6° | 260 | |
18Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 4° | 252 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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