ASCOT RACECOURSE WEATHER,
CLIMATE AND INFORMATION
Ascot Racecourse is a premier English
racecourse located in Ascot, Berkshire. It hosts twenty six days of racing over
the course of the year, involving eighteen Flat
meetings held between May and October inclusive.
It also stages important jump racing throughout
the winter months. The Royal Ascot Meeting in June is Europe’s most popular
meeting. The most famous race is the King George
VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes run over the
course in July. If your planning your visit to the Ascot Racecourse, check out
the latest weather forecasts for Ascot.
Ascot Weather and Climate
As with the rest of the UK, you should be prepared for all
weather conditions, as Ascot is prone to changeable seasons, as this climate profile for Ascot Racecourse shows.
During the summer months, June to September, temperatures range
from a low of 9°C to highs of 22°C (on average).
However, on a particularly good day, temperatures can rise to over 30°C at the Racecourse.
Rainfall has been recorded between 30 and 60 millimetres, with the average rain
or drizzle falling on 8 days of the month. Sunshine throughout these months
range between 6-9 hours per day, with a slim chance of fog/snow. The average
daily relative humidity is around 72%.
The winter months at the Ascot Racecourse, December to
February, tend to be frosty with the temperature highs of 6°C and lows of about 1°C. Rainfall has been recorded between
30 and 70 millilitres and you can expect to see rain or drizzle falling on an
average of 12 days of the month. In general, there is about 4 hours of sunshine
per day, about 3 days of fog per month and the possibility of 2 days out of the
month presenting snow. The average daily relative humidity is around 85%.
Ascot Racecourse
Information
Premier Admission & Dress
Code- Located on level 4 of the grandstand, this presents the best viewing
platforms and facilities on the Racecourse. Both men and woman are requested to
adhere to the smart dress code. It is advised men wear a shirt and tie, with a
jacket or suit (note: no jeans, shorts, t-shirts or sports attire permitted).
General Admission & Dress
Code-Located at ground level, this area presents excellent viewing points and
an array of places to eat and drink. Access to other levels are restricted with
this pass, however the option to upgrade is available on the race day. No
formal dress code is required, however race goers are encouraged to dress
smartly.
Directions to Ascot Racecourse
By Rail: There is a regular train service to
Ascot from Reading and London Waterloo. On average, the journey time is approximately 27 minutes from Reading and 46
minutes from Waterloo. Frequent services also run from Guildford. The
Racecourse, which is clearly sign posted, is an approximate 5 to 10 minute walk
from the station.
By Car: From the Midlands:- M40 southbound,
Junction 4. Take A404 towards M4 (Junction 8/9). On the M4 head towards
Heathrow/London. Leave M4 at Junction 6 and follow A332 Windsor by-pass to
Ascot. From London and the North:- M4 Junction 6 onto A332 Windsor by-pass and
follow signs to Ascot. From the West:- M4 Junction 10 onto A329(M) signed
Bracknell and follow signs to Ascot. From the South and East:- M3 Junction 3
onto A332 signed Bracknell and follow signs to Ascot M25 Junction 13 onto the
A30, then join the A329 and follow the signs to Ascot.
Ascot Racecourse Information
The Racecourse is a right handed course, just stretching
over one mile. It is famed for being a tough course, hosting two tracks, flats
and jumps- for chase and hurdles. It is very important to keep a close eye on
course weather conditions - use these highly accurate detailed track condition charts for Ascot - as many factors will affect performance on the race day.
Highlights of Ascot,
Since 2006
Ascot reopened in 2006. 2009 saw remarkable scenes of Yeats final victory, making
him a four time Gold Cup winner. In 2011, Ascot celebrated its tercentenary and staged the
initial QIPCO British Champions Day. This is now the pinnacle to the European
flat racing season.
In 2012, the Ascot Racecourse was at the core of the
country's celebrations to mark The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.
Frankel retired triumphant and unbeaten in 14 runs after the
Champion Stakes, in which he won 4 at the Ascot Racecourse and 5 wins in all at
the Berkshire course. This includes two on British Champions Day and two at
Royal Ascot.
Royal Ascot is the fashion highlight of the year. It attracts the glamorous (and sometimes not so glamorous)
from around the world. No doubt, the weather has a major impact on the famously
renowned hats and outfits we see at Ascot Ladies’ Day.