Historical British Pound to Euro exchange rates for the full year 2009
| Date | Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2009 | 1.1260 | +1.790% |
| December 30, 2009 | 1.1062 | -0.144% |
| December 29, 2009 | 1.1078 | -0.135% |
| December 28, 2009 | 1.1093 | -0.072% |
| December 24, 2009 | 1.1101 | -0.680% |
| December 23, 2009 | 1.1177 | -0.188% |
| December 22, 2009 | 1.1198 | -0.134% |
| December 21, 2009 | 1.1213 | -0.541% |
| December 18, 2009 | 1.1274 | +0.329% |
| December 17, 2009 | 1.1237 | -0.053% |
| December 16, 2009 | 1.1243 | +0.735% |
| December 15, 2009 | 1.1161 | +0.513% |
| December 14, 2009 | 1.1104 | +0.507% |
| December 11, 2009 | 1.1048 | -0.090% |
| December 10, 2009 | 1.1058 | +0.027% |
| December 9, 2009 | 1.1055 | +0.272% |
| December 8, 2009 | 1.1025 | -0.217% |
| December 7, 2009 | 1.1049 | -0.027% |
| December 4, 2009 | 1.1052 | +0.482% |
| December 3, 2009 | 1.0999 | -0.534% |
| December 2, 2009 | 1.1058 | +0.610% |
| December 1, 2009 | 1.0991 | +0.191% |
| November 30, 2009 | 1.0970 | -0.273% |
| November 27, 2009 | 1.1000 | +0.210% |
| November 26, 2009 | 1.0977 | -0.867% |
| November 25, 2009 | 1.1073 | +0.000% |
| November 24, 2009 | 1.1073 | -0.261% |
| November 23, 2009 | 1.1102 | -0.180% |
| November 20, 2009 | 1.1122 | -0.590% |
| November 19, 2009 | 1.1188 | -0.480% |
| November 18, 2009 | 1.1242 | -0.363% |
| November 17, 2009 | 1.1283 | +0.966% |
| November 16, 2009 | 1.1175 | -0.401% |
| November 13, 2009 | 1.1220 | +1.209% |
| November 12, 2009 | 1.1086 | +0.099% |
| November 11, 2009 | 1.1075 | -0.476% |
| November 10, 2009 | 1.1128 | -0.554% |
| November 9, 2009 | 1.1190 | +0.260% |
| November 6, 2009 | 1.1161 | -0.072% |
| November 5, 2009 | 1.1169 | -0.197% |
| November 4, 2009 | 1.1191 | +0.566% |
| November 3, 2009 | 1.1128 | +0.515% |
| November 2, 2009 | 1.1071 | -1.055% |
| October 30, 2009 | 1.1189 | +0.422% |
| October 29, 2009 | 1.1142 | +0.915% |
| October 28, 2009 | 1.1041 | +0.227% |
| October 27, 2009 | 1.1016 | +1.278% |
| October 26, 2009 | 1.0877 | -0.238% |
| October 23, 2009 | 1.0903 | -1.295% |
| October 22, 2009 | 1.1046 | -0.576% |
| October 21, 2009 | 1.1110 | +1.285% |
| October 20, 2009 | 1.0969 | +0.293% |
| October 19, 2009 | 1.0937 | -0.283% |
| October 16, 2009 | 1.0968 | +0.320% |
| October 15, 2009 | 1.0933 | +1.702% |
| October 14, 2009 | 1.0750 | +1.138% |
| October 13, 2009 | 1.0629 | -0.803% |
| October 12, 2009 | 1.0715 | -1.117% |
| October 9, 2009 | 1.0836 | -0.313% |
| October 8, 2009 | 1.0870 | +0.536% |
| October 7, 2009 | 1.0812 | +0.120% |
| October 6, 2009 | 1.0799 | -0.963% |
| October 5, 2009 | 1.0904 | +0.009% |
| October 2, 2009 | 1.0903 | -0.692% |
| October 1, 2009 | 1.0979 | -0.164% |
| September 30, 2009 | 1.0997 | +0.274% |
| September 29, 2009 | 1.0967 | +1.190% |
| September 28, 2009 | 1.0838 | -0.423% |
| September 25, 2009 | 1.0884 | -0.883% |
| September 24, 2009 | 1.0981 | -1.241% |
| September 23, 2009 | 1.1119 | +0.597% |
| September 22, 2009 | 1.1053 | +0.209% |
| September 21, 2009 | 1.1030 | -0.693% |
| September 18, 2009 | 1.1107 | -1.095% |
| September 17, 2009 | 1.1230 | -0.089% |
| September 16, 2009 | 1.1240 | -0.310% |
| September 15, 2009 | 1.1275 | -0.897% |
| September 14, 2009 | 1.1377 | -0.577% |
| September 11, 2009 | 1.1443 | +0.210% |
| September 10, 2009 | 1.1419 | +0.404% |
| September 9, 2009 | 1.1373 | -0.638% |
| September 8, 2009 | 1.1446 | -0.017% |
| September 7, 2009 | 1.1448 | -0.174% |
| September 4, 2009 | 1.1468 | +0.315% |
| September 3, 2009 | 1.1432 | +0.044% |
| September 2, 2009 | 1.1427 | +0.732% |
| September 1, 2009 | 1.1344 | -0.018% |
| August 31, 2009 | 1.1346 | -0.334% |
| August 28, 2009 | 1.1384 | +0.229% |
| August 27, 2009 | 1.1358 | -0.281% |
| August 26, 2009 | 1.1390 | -0.446% |
| August 25, 2009 | 1.1441 | -0.669% |
| August 24, 2009 | 1.1518 | -0.286% |
| August 21, 2009 | 1.1551 | -0.225% |
| August 20, 2009 | 1.1577 | -0.344% |
| August 19, 2009 | 1.1617 | -0.488% |
| August 18, 2009 | 1.1674 | +0.733% |
| August 17, 2009 | 1.1589 | -0.146% |
| August 14, 2009 | 1.1606 | -0.343% |
| August 13, 2009 | 1.1646 | +0.112% |
| August 12, 2009 | 1.1633 | -0.146% |
| August 11, 2009 | 1.1650 | -0.563% |
| August 10, 2009 | 1.1716 | +0.368% |
| August 7, 2009 | 1.1673 | -0.503% |
| August 6, 2009 | 1.1732 | -0.635% |
| August 5, 2009 | 1.1807 | +0.178% |
| August 4, 2009 | 1.1786 | +0.085% |
| August 3, 2009 | 1.1776 | +0.753% |
| July 31, 2009 | 1.1688 | -0.375% |
| July 30, 2009 | 1.1732 | +1.025% |
| July 29, 2009 | 1.1613 | +0.129% |
| July 28, 2009 | 1.1598 | +0.355% |
| July 27, 2009 | 1.1557 | +0.199% |
| July 24, 2009 | 1.1534 | -0.612% |
| July 23, 2009 | 1.1605 | +0.363% |
| July 22, 2009 | 1.1563 | +0.052% |
| July 21, 2009 | 1.1557 | -0.602% |
| July 20, 2009 | 1.1627 | +0.606% |
| July 17, 2009 | 1.1557 | -0.713% |
| July 16, 2009 | 1.1640 | -0.172% |
| July 15, 2009 | 1.1660 | -0.009% |
| July 14, 2009 | 1.1661 | +1.198% |
| July 13, 2009 | 1.1523 | -1.133% |
| July 10, 2009 | 1.1655 | +0.301% |
| July 9, 2009 | 1.1620 | +0.510% |
| July 8, 2009 | 1.1561 | -0.138% |
| July 7, 2009 | 1.1577 | -0.301% |
| July 6, 2009 | 1.1612 | -0.574% |
| July 3, 2009 | 1.1679 | +0.120% |
| July 2, 2009 | 1.1665 | -0.128% |
| July 1, 2009 | 1.1680 | -0.477% |
| June 30, 2009 | 1.1736 | -0.399% |
| June 29, 2009 | 1.1783 | +0.666% |
| June 26, 2009 | 1.1705 | +0.274% |
| June 25, 2009 | 1.1673 | -0.858% |
| June 24, 2009 | 1.1774 | +0.943% |
| June 23, 2009 | 1.1664 | -1.727% |
| June 22, 2009 | 1.1869 | +0.551% |
| June 19, 2009 | 1.1804 | +1.313% |
| June 18, 2009 | 1.1651 | -0.707% |
| June 17, 2009 | 1.1734 | -1.004% |
| June 16, 2009 | 1.1853 | +0.415% |
| June 15, 2009 | 1.1804 | +0.786% |
| June 12, 2009 | 1.1712 | -0.366% |
| June 11, 2009 | 1.1755 | +0.893% |
| June 10, 2009 | 1.1651 | +0.570% |
| June 9, 2009 | 1.1585 | +0.897% |
| June 8, 2009 | 1.1482 | +0.950% |
| June 5, 2009 | 1.1374 | -1.173% |
| June 4, 2009 | 1.1509 | -1.057% |
| June 3, 2009 | 1.1632 | +0.640% |
| June 2, 2009 | 1.1558 | +0.321% |
| June 1, 2009 | 1.1521 | +0.567% |
| May 29, 2009 | 1.1456 | -0.331% |
| May 28, 2009 | 1.1494 | +0.070% |
| May 27, 2009 | 1.1486 | +0.613% |
| May 26, 2009 | 1.1416 | +0.493% |
| May 25, 2009 | 1.1360 | -0.246% |
| May 22, 2009 | 1.1388 | +0.097% |
| May 21, 2009 | 1.1377 | +0.415% |
| May 20, 2009 | 1.1330 | -0.361% |
| May 19, 2009 | 1.1371 | +0.353% |
| May 18, 2009 | 1.1331 | +0.899% |
| May 15, 2009 | 1.1230 | +0.853% |
| May 14, 2009 | 1.1135 | +0.189% |
| May 13, 2009 | 1.1114 | -0.706% |
| May 12, 2009 | 1.1193 | +0.584% |
| May 11, 2009 | 1.1128 | -0.882% |
| May 8, 2009 | 1.1227 | -0.672% |
| May 7, 2009 | 1.1303 | +0.160% |
| May 6, 2009 | 1.1285 | -0.027% |
| May 5, 2009 | 1.1288 | +0.427% |
| May 4, 2009 | 1.1240 | +0.411% |
| April 30, 2009 | 1.1194 | +0.602% |
| April 29, 2009 | 1.1127 | -0.935% |
| April 28, 2009 | 1.1232 | +1.171% |
| April 27, 2009 | 1.1102 | +0.580% |
| April 24, 2009 | 1.1038 | -1.013% |
| April 23, 2009 | 1.1151 | -0.959% |
| April 22, 2009 | 1.1259 | +0.044% |
| April 21, 2009 | 1.1254 | +0.116% |
| April 20, 2009 | 1.1241 | -0.768% |
| April 17, 2009 | 1.1328 | +0.319% |
| April 16, 2009 | 1.1292 | -0.397% |
| April 15, 2009 | 1.1337 | +1.070% |
| April 14, 2009 | 1.1217 | +1.447% |
| April 9, 2009 | 1.1057 | -0.558% |
| April 8, 2009 | 1.1119 | +0.634% |
| April 7, 2009 | 1.1049 | +0.018% |
| April 6, 2009 | 1.1047 | +0.455% |
| April 3, 2009 | 1.0997 | +0.393% |
| April 2, 2009 | 1.0954 | +0.847% |
| April 1, 2009 | 1.0862 | +1.108% |
| March 31, 2009 | 1.0743 | -0.186% |
| March 30, 2009 | 1.0763 | -0.065% |
| March 27, 2009 | 1.0770 | +0.335% |
| March 26, 2009 | 1.0734 | -0.795% |
| March 25, 2009 | 1.0820 | -0.387% |
| March 24, 2009 | 1.0862 | +0.957% |
| March 23, 2009 | 1.0759 | +1.080% |
| March 20, 2009 | 1.0644 | +0.103% |
| March 19, 2009 | 1.0633 | -0.141% |
| March 18, 2009 | 1.0648 | -1.343% |
| March 17, 2009 | 1.0793 | -0.644% |
| March 16, 2009 | 1.0863 | +0.157% |
| March 13, 2009 | 1.0846 | +0.959% |
| March 12, 2009 | 1.0743 | -0.574% |
| March 11, 2009 | 1.0805 | -0.277% |
| March 10, 2009 | 1.0835 | -1.249% |
| March 9, 2009 | 1.0972 | -2.350% |
| March 6, 2009 | 1.1236 | +0.036% |
| March 5, 2009 | 1.1232 | -0.009% |
| March 4, 2009 | 1.1233 | +0.618% |
| March 3, 2009 | 1.1164 | -0.268% |
| March 2, 2009 | 1.1194 | -0.027% |
| February 27, 2009 | 1.1197 | -0.205% |
| February 26, 2009 | 1.1220 | -0.320% |
| February 25, 2009 | 1.1256 | -0.985% |
| February 24, 2009 | 1.1368 | -0.193% |
| February 23, 2009 | 1.1390 | +0.344% |
| February 20, 2009 | 1.1351 | +0.150% |
| February 19, 2009 | 1.1334 | +0.257% |
| February 18, 2009 | 1.1305 | +0.062% |
| February 17, 2009 | 1.1298 | +1.064% |
| February 16, 2009 | 1.1179 | -1.158% |
| February 13, 2009 | 1.1310 | +2.131% |
| February 12, 2009 | 1.1074 | -0.333% |
| February 11, 2009 | 1.1111 | -2.544% |
| February 10, 2009 | 1.1401 | -0.697% |
| February 9, 2009 | 1.1481 | -0.044% |
| February 6, 2009 | 1.1486 | +0.843% |
| February 5, 2009 | 1.1390 | +1.380% |
| February 4, 2009 | 1.1235 | +1.445% |
| February 3, 2009 | 1.1075 | +0.045% |
| February 2, 2009 | 1.1070 | -0.611% |
| January 30, 2009 | 1.1138 | +2.165% |
| January 29, 2009 | 1.0902 | +1.085% |
| January 28, 2009 | 1.0785 | +0.860% |
| January 27, 2009 | 1.0693 | +0.460% |
| January 26, 2009 | 1.0644 | -0.084% |
| January 23, 2009 | 1.0653 | +0.576% |
| January 22, 2009 | 1.0592 | -0.582% |
| January 21, 2009 | 1.0654 | -0.801% |
| January 20, 2009 | 1.0740 | -2.832% |
| January 19, 2009 | 1.1053 | -1.707% |
| January 16, 2009 | 1.1245 | +0.825% |
| January 15, 2009 | 1.1153 | +1.299% |
| January 14, 2009 | 1.1010 | +0.319% |
| January 13, 2009 | 1.0975 | -1.711% |
| January 12, 2009 | 1.1166 | -0.089% |
| January 9, 2009 | 1.1176 | -0.161% |
| January 8, 2009 | 1.1194 | +1.230% |
| January 7, 2009 | 1.1058 | +1.468% |
| January 6, 2009 | 1.0898 | +1.984% |
| January 5, 2009 | 1.0686 | +2.691% |
| January 2, 2009 | 1.0406 | -0.886% |
| December 31, 2008 | 1.0499 | — |
The GBP/EUR exchange rate averaged 1.1230 in 2009, trading between a low of 1.0406 and a high of 1.1869,a range of 14.1% over the year. The rate rose by 7.25% over the full year, from 1.0499 at the opening of 2009 to 1.1260 at year-end.
Q1 (2009): January through March averaged 1.1002, a +4.79% move from the 2009 opening rate of 1.0499.
Q2 (2009): April through June averaged 1.1393, up 3.56% from Q1.
Q3 (2009): July through September averaged 1.1472, a +0.69% change from Q2.
Q4 (2009): October through December averaged 1.1054, closing the year at 1.1260, a 7.25% gain for GBP against EUR from the 2009 open.
Annualized volatility for GBP/EUR in 2009 was 12.4%, calculated as the annualized standard deviation of daily log returns across 257 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 | 1.0896 | 1.1245 | 1.0406 | — |
| February | 1.1277 | 1.1486 | 1.1070 | +3.49% |
| March | 1.0877 | 1.1236 | 1.0633 | -3.54% |
| April | 1.1143 | 1.1337 | 1.0862 | +2.45% |
| May | 1.1308 | 1.1494 | 1.1114 | +1.48% |
| June | 1.1674 | 1.1869 | 1.1374 | +3.24% |
| July | 1.1616 | 1.1732 | 1.1523 | -0.50% |
| August | 1.1594 | 1.1807 | 1.1346 | -0.19% |
| September | 1.1223 | 1.1468 | 1.0838 | -3.20% |
| October | 1.0924 | 1.1189 | 1.0629 | -2.66% |
| November | 1.1125 | 1.1283 | 1.0970 | +1.84% |
| December | 1.1115 | 1.1274 | 1.0991 | -0.09% |
What was the GBP to EUR exchange rate in 2009?
The GBP/EUR rate averaged 1.1230 in 2009, ranging from a low of 1.0406 to a high of 1.1869.
What was the highest GBP/EUR rate in 2009?
The highest GBP to EUR rate recorded in 2009 was 1.1869. The lowest was 1.0406.
How much did the GBP/EUR rate change in 2009?
The GBP/EUR rate rose by 7.25% in 2009, from 1.0499 to 1.1260.
What was the GBP/EUR annual trading range in 2009?
The GBP/EUR pair traded in a range of 1.0406 to 1.1869 in 2009,a spread of 14.1% between the year's low and high.
Was 2009 a good year to exchange GBP to EUR?
The GBP/EUR rate rose 7.25% over 2009, closing at 1.1260. 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.