West Country, England, United Kingdom: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

Traveling to West Country, England, United Kingdom? If you're planning to go to West Country, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

When to go to West Country
Important essentials for West Country
Activities for West Country
West Country in January: weather and what to pack
West Country in February: weather and what to pack
West Country in March: weather and what to pack
West Country in April: weather and what to pack
West Country in May: weather and what to pack
West Country in June: weather and what to pack
West Country in July: weather and what to pack
West Country in August: weather and what to pack
West Country in September: weather and what to pack
West Country in October: weather and what to pack
West Country in November: weather and what to pack
West Country in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.

When to go to West Country, England, United Kingdom

Based on the climate and weather in West Country, the best time to go is July. See below for details.

Important essentials for West Country, England, United Kingdom

Here are some general tips on what to wear in West Country, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022

Hand sanitizer

This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly product.
Travel insurance

If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
Kids' KN95 masks

N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
A vaccine card protector

Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
N95 masks to use in crowded airports

These N95 masks provide the best level of protection possible.
Travel disinfecting wipes

Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

Travel first aid kit

This one is a good choice.
Emergency motion sickness relief
- Pills
- Wristband

Don't forget these

Plug adapter

A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should work in most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
Airplane or car necessities
- our favorite airplane pillow
- a great inflatable travel pillow
- a luggage lock
- entertainment
Money/passport pouch

A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Power bank for devices

A portable power bank, like this one
For families with young children
Voice and data SIM card

A SIM card that works in West Country. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.

What to wear/what to pack for West Country, England, United Kingdom by month

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January

If you vacation in West Country during January, you will probably find that it can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time. There is frost 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Lip balm

In our opinion, the best choice: this one
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Light gloves or mittens
Standard footwear
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use rain boots:
Rain pants

These can be essential in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

February

Traveling to West Country in February, you will notice that it is cold and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Jacket or coat
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Lip balm

In our opinion, the best choice: here
Warm pants or jeans
Fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light gloves or mittens
Standard footwear
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants

These can be vital in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your bags stay dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

March

Traveling to West Country in March, you will notice that it can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Lip balm

In our opinion, the best choice: here
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Jacket or coat
Fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Standard footwear
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants can be essential in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

April

If you vacation in West Country during April, you might find that it can be brisk and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Jacket or coat
Light gloves or mittens
Lip balm

In our opinion, the best choice: this
Warm pants or jeans
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things stay dry. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

May

If you visit West Country during May, you will probably see that it is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
Standard footwear
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like these rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

June

June in West Country is crisp and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use rain boots:
Rain pants

These are vital in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things stay dry. We recommend:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

July

July in West Country is balmy and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) to high 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Standard footwear
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We use these rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants can be essential in a storm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

August

August in West Country is balmy and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Dresses
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like rain boots:
Rain pants

These are vital in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Windproof umbrella

This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your bags remain dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

September

If you go to West Country in September, you will notice that it is chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants

These will be vital in heavy rain.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things stay dry. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

October

October in West Country is cool and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Dresses
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
A rain coat to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like these rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your bags don't get wet. We suggest:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

November

November in West Country can be brisk and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light and heavy skirts
- light
- heavy
Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Dresses
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We like rain boots:
Rain pants

Rain pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Umbrella

This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your belongings stay dry. We like:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases

December

If you go to West Country in December, you will notice that it can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Extra socks
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Light gloves or mittens
Lip balm

In our opinion, the best pick: this one
Fleece
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
Jacket or coat
Warm pants or jeans
Standard footwear
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
- for men
- for women
- for boys
- for girls
100% waterproof footwear

We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants

These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
- for men
- for women
Waterproof phone bag

We like this one
Wind resistant umbrella

This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover

So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
- for backpacks
- for rolling suitcases