Christchurch Park

Park Large public park in Ipswich with historic mansion

Surrounding Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich, Christchurch Park offers formal gardens, mature trees and riverside paths; visitors come for the museum, seasonal events and relaxed walks.

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Christchurch Park
The Walk, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 2BE, United Kingdom
52.0632, 1.1560
Open daily dawn-dusk
Free

How to Get to Christchurch Park #

Located in central Ipswich. The park is about a 10-15 minute walk from Ipswich Railway Station or a short bus ride from town center stops.

Tips for Visiting Christchurch Park #

  • Walk the riverside paths and pause at the bandstand for photo opportunities - early morning light is best.
  • Check for seasonal events: the park hosts fairs and concerts, especially in summer.
  • Visit the Christchurch Mansion within the park for decorative arts and local history displays.

Best Time to Visit Christchurch Park #

Spring through autumn provides the best balance of events and pleasant weather.

Spring
March-May · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Spring bulbs and mild walking weather.
Summer
June-August · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Park events and long evenings for walks.
Autumn
September-November · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Fewer crowds and crisp air; good for photography.

Weather & Climate near Christchurch Park #

Climate

Christchurch Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (584 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
8.1h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
15.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

42 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
16.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 19°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

51 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.5h daylight

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