What Is the Difference Between Weather in the U.K. & Weather in the U.S.?

The United States and the United Kingdom have similar weather.

The United States and the United Kingdom share similar weather. Contrary to popular belief, the two countries share a similar climate, and the United Kingdom boasts warmer temperatures than many might think.

U.S. Summer

U.S. summer varies across the country.

Summer in the United States varies with each geographical region. In the plains and southern states, the weather is hot and humid. The southwest tends to have little rain and hot temperatures, while the northern states have pleasant temperatures during the day and cooler nights.

U.K. Summer

U.K. summer can be mild and pleasant.

Summer in the United Kingdom leans toward warm, enjoyable days with a mixture of sun and clouds. Temperatures are warmest in the south, but the country has consistent warm temperatures throughout.

U.S. Winter

U.S. winter weather is generally cold and snowy in the northern states.

Winter in the United States varies greatly, with the northern states cold and snowy and the southern to southwestern states warm.

U.K. Winter

Winter in the United Kingdom has damp, mild and cloudy days.

Winter in the United Kingdom gets cold and snowy in the northern regions of England and the Northern Highlands of Scotland. In general, mild, damp winters with cloudy days abound.

Severe Weather

Severe thunderstorms occur across the United States.

The United States sees severe thunderstorms, tornadoes and hurricanes on a recurring basis. The United Kingdom receives its share of severe thunderstorms at any point during the year and even sees some tornadoes as well.

References

• WorldAtlas: United States Weather
• WorldAtlas: Weather

Resources

• "USAToday": Answers Archive: Weather Extremes
• Met Office: UK Weather