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Peterlee Climate by Month

Peterlee experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from pleasant days to cold weather. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Peterlee is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 8°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 3°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Peterlee receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 780 mm annually. Year-round, Peterlee has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, August, with 74 mm, and the driest month, March, with 52 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Peterlee. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.4 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Peterlee in the United Kingdom

During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Peterlee?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Peterlee?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Peterlee?
    August tops the wettest month list with 74 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Peterlee?
    March is the driest month with 52 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Peterlee?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 192 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Peterlee

    Tue   Dec 03
    5°C | 0°C
    S 14 km/h
    1.3 mm
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    8°C | 2°C
    S 22 km/h
    1.1 mm
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    11°C | 6°C
    W 36 km/h
    3.2 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain