The weather in the Cotswolds region is mild throughout the year but it does receive a large amount of rainfall. The warm Gulf Stream in the Atlantic Ocean passes by England's west coast moderating the weather and ensuring that year-round temperatures are more temperate and constant. During the winter months, from November to February, the average temperature is around 39°F (4°C), while during the summer months, from April to August, the average temperature reaches a pleasant 80°F (26°C).