Peterlee weather in August (Durham, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Peterlee this August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

During August, Peterlee is known for its perfect weather, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During August, you’ll experience the summer season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 20°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 13°C.

Precipitation

Peterlee in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 173 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

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 and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Peterlee climate page with graphs.

 

Peterlee, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 173 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Peterlee, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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