Durham Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Durham, the United Kingdom in July.

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Planning a getaway to Durham, the United Kingdom this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Durham in July

Durham, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in Durham generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 19°C (66°F) in Lanehead to 21°C (70°F) in Coxhoe. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Coxhoe and 10°C (50°F) in Lanehead. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Durham, the United Kingdom.

For a closer look at conditions across Durham, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Seaham with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Holwick with 94 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Durham as an example - it receives around 187 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Durham by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Durham — and find the best time to visit. (based on Durham)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Durham in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Durham.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Durham

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Durham, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Durham (July)

Precipitation variation in Durham (July)

Durham

In July Durham generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
187 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Durham →

Darlington

In July Darlington generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
175 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Darlington →

Barnard Castle

In July Barnard Castle generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
175 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Barnard Castle →

Stanley

In July Stanley generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
175 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Stanley →

Stockton-on-Tees

In July Stockton-on-Tees generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
173 hours
175 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Stockton-on-Tees →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Durham, in the United Kingdom.

In our records: the United Kingdom July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United Kingdom reached 39°C (102°F) in Nottingham on July 19, 2022.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Durham in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Durham 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Darlington 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Barnard Castle 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Stanley 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Stockton-on-Tees 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Hartlepool 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Durham weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Durham, the United Kingdom in July?

Expect perfect weather across Durham, the United Kingdom in July. The popular destination of Durham averages 21°C (70°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Durham, the United Kingdom in July?

Average temperatures in Durham, the United Kingdom during July range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Durham.

Does Durham, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Durham, the United Kingdom during July, with Durham averaging close to 73 mm (2.9 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Durham, the United Kingdom?

We believe that July is one of the best times to visit Durham, the United Kingdom with overall perfect weather in Durham. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Durham. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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