Will it rain in
Ipswich today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Ipswich, England, UK.
Running in Ipswich means dealing with Suffolk's cold east winds and the occasional North Sea rain band. Whether it's a brisk morning along the Orwell waterfront, drizzle through Christchurch Park, or a freezing easterly cutting through the town, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Ipswich right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Ipswich's East Anglian weather is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Ipswich?
Ipswich records around 686mm of rain a year, spread across about 133 days — roughly 36% of all days, or 11 days in an average month. In practice that makes rain a regular feature of running in Ipswich rather than an exception — close to one day in two. A decent waterproof and a peaked cap earn their place in the kit bag year-round.
The wettest month is October, averaging 73mm across about 12 rainy days. The driest is April, with 39mm over roughly 9 days. Average lows in January drop to 2.1°C, cold enough that gloves, a headband and a thermal base layer make a real difference on early runs. Summer highs peak around 22°C in August, comfortable for most daytime running.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55mm | 11 | 7.4°C | 2.1°C |
| February | 49mm | 11 | 8.8°C | 2.9°C |
| March | 57mm | 13 | 10.3°C | 3.9°C |
| April | 39mm | 9 | 12.6°C | 5.1°C |
| May | 56mm | 12 | 16.4°C | 8.5°C |
| June | 57mm | 10 | 19.9°C | 11.9°C |
| July | 60mm | 11 | 21.8°C | 13.9°C |
| August | 62mm | 10 | 22°C | 14.1°C |
| September | 49mm | 10 | 19.3°C | 12°C |
| October | 73mm | 12 | 15.2°C | 9.2°C |
| November | 61mm | 11 | 10.7°C | 5.6°C |
| December | 68mm | 13 | 8.9°C | 4.3°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Ipswich: common questions
Will it rain in Ipswich today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Ipswich's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Ipswich sees rain on about 133 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 36% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Ipswich?
RainOrRun scores the live Ipswich forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Ipswich today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Ipswich — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Ipswich today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Ipswich forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Ipswich?
October is the wettest month in Ipswich, averaging 73mm of rain across about 12 rainy days. April is the driest, with around 39mm over roughly 9 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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