Tintagel Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Tintagel, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C (50°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Tintagel has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1142 mm (45 in) of rainfall per year. Tintagel experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 125 mm (4.9 in) in December, the wettest month, and 75 mm (3 in) in May, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Tintagel Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Tintagel 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 2.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine