Barnard Castle weather in August (Durham, United Kingdom)
How does the weather in Barnard Castle usually fare in August? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Typically, August in Barnard Castle includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is known for being in the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 19°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 11°C.
Precipitation
Barnard Castle in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Typically around 16 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 163 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Barnard Castle climate page with graphs.
Barnard Castle, monthly averages in August
Where to go in the United Kingdom in August
Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Barnard Castle, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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