YSJ Weather

Weather and Climate at YSJ

York St. John University, located in York, experiences a temperate maritime climate typical of the UK. The weather at YSJ can be described as follows:

• Winter (December to February): Temperatures range from 2°C to 7°C, with occasional frost and snow. Rainfall is common.
• Spring (March to May): Temperatures gradually increase from 5°C to 15°C. Rain showers are frequent, but sunny days become more common.
• Summer (June to August): Warmest period with temperatures between 13°C and 22°C. Rainfall can still occur, but it's less frequent than in other seasons.
• Autumn (September to November): Temperatures cool from 15°C to 8°C. Rainfall increases, and it can be quite windy.

The climate at YSJ affects commuting, campus life, and outdoor research by necessitating appropriate clothing and planning for potential disruptions due to weather conditions.