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Barnard Castle Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Barnard Castle is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Barnard Castle, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in July to a chilly 7°C in February.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 1°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Barnard Castle receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 977 mm. The wettest period in Barnard Castle occurs in December, which receives around 92 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Barnard Castle experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 69 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Barnard Castle, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.1 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.7 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Middlesbrough, the United Kingdom (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Middlesbrough, the United Kingdom (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Forecast for Barnard Castle

Thu   Jan 16
9°C | 0°C
SW 5 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Fri   Jan 17
8°C | 3°C
SW 7 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Sat   Jan 18
5°C | -1°C
SW 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Barnard Castle in the United Kingdom

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Barnard Castle?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Barnard Castle?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Barnard Castle?
    December tops the wettest month list with 92 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Barnard Castle?
    March is the driest month with 69 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Barnard Castle?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 182 hours of sunshine.

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