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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Dunster.
Dunster, Somerset, United Kingdom, experiences moderate temperature changes through the seasons. August is the warmest month with daytime highs of 20°C (68°F), while February is the coolest at 9°C (48°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1098 mm (43 in) per year. December is the wettest month and March the driest. The city also experiences pleasant summers and cold winters. July is the sunniest month, averaging 6.7 hours of sunshine per day.
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The climate in Dunster experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°C (48°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in August to around 4°C (39°F) during February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Dunster has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1098 mm (43 in) of rainfall annually. Year-round, Dunster has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 113 mm (4.4 in), and the driest month, March, with 75 mm (3 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Dunster Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Dunster. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.7 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.6 hours of sunlight per day.
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The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 89%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Dunster. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Dunster has pleasant summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in February to 20°C (68°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 14°C (57°F).
Annual rainfall is around 1098 mm (43 in). December is the wettest month with 113 mm (4.4 in), while March is the driest with 75 mm (3 in).
Dunster receives around 1,573 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 202 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 49 hours.
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