Historical British Pound to Euro exchange rates for the full year 2026
| Date | Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 | 1.1501 | +0.113% |
| March 4, 2026 | 1.1488 | +0.139% |
| March 3, 2026 | 1.1472 | +0.253% |
| March 2, 2026 | 1.1443 | +0.272% |
| February 27, 2026 | 1.1412 | -0.497% |
| February 26, 2026 | 1.1469 | -0.061% |
| February 25, 2026 | 1.1476 | +0.201% |
| February 24, 2026 | 1.1453 | +0.026% |
| February 23, 2026 | 1.1450 | -0.061% |
| February 20, 2026 | 1.1457 | +0.114% |
| February 19, 2026 | 1.1444 | -0.166% |
| February 18, 2026 | 1.1463 | +0.105% |
| February 17, 2026 | 1.1451 | -0.487% |
| February 16, 2026 | 1.1507 | +0.296% |
| February 13, 2026 | 1.1473 | -0.061% |
| February 12, 2026 | 1.1480 | -0.139% |
| February 11, 2026 | 1.1496 | -0.043% |
| February 10, 2026 | 1.1501 | +0.070% |
| February 9, 2026 | 1.1493 | -0.252% |
| February 6, 2026 | 1.1522 | +0.139% |
| February 5, 2026 | 1.1506 | -0.862% |
| February 4, 2026 | 1.1606 | +0.078% |
| February 3, 2026 | 1.1597 | +0.407% |
| February 2, 2026 | 1.1550 | +0.043% |
| January 30, 2026 | 1.1545 | +0.000% |
| January 29, 2026 | 1.1545 | +0.269% |
| January 28, 2026 | 1.1514 | -0.026% |
| January 27, 2026 | 1.1517 | -0.087% |
| January 26, 2026 | 1.1527 | +0.069% |
| January 23, 2026 | 1.1519 | +0.471% |
| January 22, 2026 | 1.1465 | +0.254% |
| January 21, 2026 | 1.1436 | -0.253% |
| January 20, 2026 | 1.1465 | -0.590% |
| January 19, 2026 | 1.1533 | -0.009% |
| January 16, 2026 | 1.1534 | +0.043% |
| January 15, 2026 | 1.1529 | -0.069% |
| January 14, 2026 | 1.1537 | -0.087% |
| January 13, 2026 | 1.1547 | +0.156% |
| January 12, 2026 | 1.1529 | +0.035% |
| January 9, 2026 | 1.1525 | +0.122% |
| January 8, 2026 | 1.1511 | -0.269% |
| January 7, 2026 | 1.1542 | -0.009% |
| January 6, 2026 | 1.1543 | +0.147% |
| January 5, 2026 | 1.1526 | +0.497% |
| January 2, 2026 | 1.1469 | +0.079% |
| December 31, 2025 | 1.1460 | — |
The GBP/EUR exchange rate averaged 1.1501 in 2026, trading between a low of 1.1412 and a high of 1.1606,a range of 1.7% over the year. The rate rose by 0.36% over the full year, from 1.1460 at the opening of 2026 to 1.1501 at year-end.
Q1 (2026): January through March averaged 1.1520, a +0.52% move from the 2026 opening rate of 1.1460.
Q2 (2026): April through June averaged 1.1512, down 0.06% from Q1.
Q3 (2026): July through September averaged 1.1512, a -0.00% change from Q2.
Q4 (2026): October through December averaged 1.1461, closing the year at 1.1501, a 0.36% gain for GBP against EUR from the 2026 open.
Annualized volatility for GBP/EUR in 2026 was 4.2%, calculated as the annualized standard deviation of daily log returns across 46 trading days. For reference, major currency pairs average 5–10% annualized volatility in calm years and 12–20% during significant policy or market disruptions. Volatility above 10% generally indicates conditions where hedging currency exposure was material for businesses and travelers with significant GBP/EUR exposure.
| Month | Avg Rate | High | Low | vs Prior Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.1517 | 1.1547 | 1.1436 | — |
| February | 1.1490 | 1.1606 | 1.1412 | -0.23% |
| March | 1.1476 | 1.1501 | 1.1443 | -0.12% |
What was the GBP to EUR exchange rate in 2026?
The GBP/EUR rate averaged 1.1501 in 2026, ranging from a low of 1.1412 to a high of 1.1606.
What was the highest GBP/EUR rate in 2026?
The highest GBP to EUR rate recorded in 2026 was 1.1606. The lowest was 1.1412.
How much did the GBP/EUR rate change in 2026?
The GBP/EUR rate rose by 0.36% in 2026, from 1.1460 to 1.1501.
What was the GBP/EUR annual trading range in 2026?
The GBP/EUR pair traded in a range of 1.1412 to 1.1606 in 2026,a spread of 1.7% between the year's low and high.
Was 2026 a good year to exchange GBP to EUR?
The GBP/EUR rate rose 0.36% over 2026, closing at 1.1501. For those converting GBP to EUR, the year-end rate was more favorable than the start of year. Historical data like this can provide useful context when planning future currency exchanges.
Where can I find GBP/EUR rates for other years?
LiveRates.io provides complete daily historical rates for GBP/EUR going back to 2000. Use the year navigation above to view adjacent years, or visit the main GBP to EUR page for current rates, a 30-day chart, and links to all available historical years.