Sunderland Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Sunderland is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July to a chilly 8°C (46°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 13°C (55°F) in July to around 3°C (37°F) during the colder months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Sunderland receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 759 mm (30 in) annually. Precipitation levels in Sunderland remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 73 mm (2.9 in) over 14 days. In the driest month March, this drops slightly to 51 mm (2 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Sunderland Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Sunderland serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 6.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine