GBP to USD in 2026

In 2026 (until 2026-10-01), 1 GBP was worth 1.3447 USD on average. The GBP lost 1.56% against the USD, from 1.3443 to 1.3234.

Daily GBP/USD rates in 2026

1.3586

1.3234

2026-012026-10

Monthly averages; with JavaScript the chart shows daily values (hover for details). Based on 192 ECB reference rates.

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The average ECB-based GBP to USD rate in 2026 was 1.3447 (up to 2026-10-01).

The highest rate in 2026 was 1.3817 USD per GBP on 2026-01-29; the lowest was 1.316 on 2026-06-25. February had the highest monthly average (1.3586).

From the first to the last reference rate of 2026, GBP fell by 1.56% against USD (1.3443 to 1.3234).

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