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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Tavistock.
Tavistock, Devon, United Kingdom, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 21°C (70°F) and January dropping to 9°C (48°F).
With around 1008 mm (40 in) of annual rainfall, Tavistock has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has pleasant summers and cold winters. The wettest month is December. May is the sunniest month, averaging 7.4 hours of sunshine per day.
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Visitors to Tavistock can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C (48°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in July to 3°C (37°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Tavistock is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1008 mm (40 in). Despite minor fluctuations, Tavistock enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 98 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation, while in September, Tavistock receives about 69 mm (2.7 in). For more details, please visit our Tavistock Precipitation page.
Tavistock can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 7.4 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 86%. In May, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. 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 Tavistock. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Tavistock has pleasant summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 3°C (37°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1008 mm (40 in). December is the wettest month with 98 mm (3.9 in), while September is the driest with 69 mm (2.7 in).
Tavistock receives around 1,729 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 222 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 55 hours.
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