Best Time to Visit Durham
Best time: Apr, Jun, May, Oct.
Jul is warmest (32.5°C high); Jul is rainiest (110 mm).
Durham weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9.9 | -1.9 | 100 | 3.8 |
| Feb | 12.6 | -0.5 | 90 | 5 |
| Mar | 17.2 | 3.5 | 106 | 6.8 |
| Apr | 22.8 | 7.9 | 77 | 8.5 |
| May | 26.8 | 12.9 | 106 | 9.5 |
| Jun | 30.5 | 17.6 | 94 | 9.6 |
| Jul | 32.5 | 20.1 | 110 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 31.4 | 19.4 | 109 | 8.6 |
| Sep | 28.4 | 15.8 | 99 | 7.1 |
| Oct | 22.8 | 8.6 | 86 | 5.7 |
| Nov | 17.5 | 3.8 | 81 | 4.2 |
| Dec | 12.2 | -0.4 | 81 | 3.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AprJunMayOct
Beaches: JunJulAug
Hiking: AprMayOctNov
Sightseeing: AprJunMayOct
Durham quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Mar, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Durham?
Apr, Jun, May, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 110 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 32.5°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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