York Minster
York, United Kingdom
York Minster is an Anglican cathedral and church building constructed in the English Gothic style. Dedicated to Saint Peter, this Grade I listed limestone building is one of the 124 sights listed on this site and is ranked 53rd in popularity among the most looked-up sights in the United Kingdom.
Planning a visit
The weather in York is warmest in July and August, when daily highs reach 20 °C. The rainiest month is August with about 64 mm of rain, while the driest is February with about 42 mm. Visitors can access the site via wheelchair.
York Minster is 280 km from London. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford Airport, located 39 km away. Travelers might also combine a visit to the cathedral with a trip to Saltaire, which is about 48 km away.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 20 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 7 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 7 |
| Average low, °C | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 52 | 42 | 47 | 51 | 49 | 59 | 58 | 64 | 55 | 58 | 58 | 56 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 16 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
