Best time to visit Stratford-upon-Avon
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See a Royal Shakespeare Company play in the evening.
See Stratford-upon-Avon on the globeStratford-upon-Avon month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 8°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Poor | 8°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Mixed | 11°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Good | 14°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Shakespeare’s Birthday |
| May | Good | 17°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Good | 20°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| July | Good | 22°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| August | Good | 22°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| September | Great | 19°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Good | 15°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Mixed | 11°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Poor | 8°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Stratford-upon-Avon
- April🎉 Shakespeare’s BirthdayParade on the weekend nearest 23 April.
Good to know
- Flights to Stratford-upon-Avon are usually cheapest in January–March and October–November.
- Crowds and prices peak in June–August, so book early.
Shakespeare was born and buried in Stratford.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Stratford-upon-Avon?
The best time to visit Stratford-upon-Avon is May–October. See a Royal Shakespeare Company play in the evening.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Stratford-upon-Avon?
Flights are usually cheapest in January–March and October–November, when demand is lowest.
When is Stratford-upon-Avon busiest?
Stratford-upon-Avon is busiest in June–August.
What is the weather like in Stratford-upon-Avon?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 22°C, and January the coolest at 8°C.
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