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Dorchester Weather in July

July in Dorchester brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights dropping to 14°C (57°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Dorchester in July

You can typically expect 11 days of rain this month, averaging around 60 mm (2.4 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Dorchester in July

The temperature in Dorchester in July is excellent. Daytime highs reach 21°C (70°F), with nights dropping to 14°C (57°F). Summer occurs in July. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 14°C (57°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Sunshine in Dorchester in July

The month enjoys around 225 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, July is a good time to visit Dorchester.

Dorchester Temperature in July

Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
225 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Salisbury, the United Kingdom (59 KM, 37 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Dorchester in July

Pleasant temperatures in July mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Dorchester in July

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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