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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Civic Insight weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

🌦️27°C
Light drizzleNorth YorksFeels like 26° · Wind 18 km/h · Humidity 52%
UV 4 ModerateSunrise 05:22Sunset 20:57
Today🌦️28°16°💧91%
Wed🌧️19°15°💧18%
Thu☁️19°13°💧12%
Fri☁️21°10°💧14%
Sat☁️22°12°💧11%
Sun🌦️22°14°💧33%
Mon☁️19°12°💧6%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

If you’re heading out across North Yorkshire today, expect a largely dry but cloudy morning giving way to brighter spells inland by the afternoon, though the coast near Scarborough and Whitby will stay cooler with a brisk onshore breeze, as shown in the live forecast above.

What will the weather be like in North Yorkshire tomorrow?

Tomorrow looks set to bring a similar pattern to today, with low cloud lingering along the coast and clearer skies developing over the Vale of York and the North York Moors. Showers are possible, particularly over higher ground, but many places should stay dry until late afternoon.

How does the forecast vary across North Yorkshire?

Inland areas around Harrogate, Ripon and Thirsk often see the best of any sunshine, while the Yorkshire coast experiences a cooler, breezier feel. The North Yorkshire Moors can be noticeably windier and several degrees colder than the lowlands, so pack an extra layer if you’re planning a walk.

CountyNorth Yorkshire
RegionYorkshire & the Humber
Coastal townsScarborough, Whitby, Filey
Highest pointWhernside (736m)
Is it going to rain in North Yorkshire this week?

Rain is most likely on Thursday and Friday as a weak front moves in from the west. The eastern moors and coast will see the driest conditions, with lighter showers expected inland.

What is the best time to visit the North York Moors this week?

Wednesday afternoon looks best for clear skies and lighter winds on the moors. The 10 day weather forecast UK shows conditions turning more unsettled from Thursday onwards.

How does the weather in North Yorkshire compare to the rest of Yorkshire?

North Yorkshire is generally cooler than South and West Yorkshire, especially on the moors and coast. The UK weather hub shows it often lags behind by a couple of degrees compared to Leeds or Sheffield.