North York Moors National Park Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in July.

Thinking about venturing to the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the North York Moors National Park in July

The North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in the North York Moors National Park generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 18°C (64°F) in Grosmont to 21°C (70°F) in Helmsley. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Helmsley and 13°C (55°F) in Grosmont . On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom.

To explore the conditions in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Helmsley with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Pickering with 74 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Pickering typically receives 207 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the North York Moors National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the North York Moors National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pickering)

Best Places to Visit in the North York Moors National Park in July

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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).

Popular Destinations in the North York Moors National Park

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in the North York Moors National Park (July)

Precipitation variation in the North York Moors National Park (July)

Pickering

In July Pickering generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
207 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Helmsley

In July Helmsley 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
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
191 hours
207 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Goathland

In July Goathland generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
207 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Kirkbymoorside

In July Kirkbymoorside 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
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
191 hours
207 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Westerdale

In July Westerdale generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
207 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the North York Moors National Park, 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 the North York Moors National Park in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pickering 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Helmsley 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Goathland 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Kirkbymoorside 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Westerdale 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Grosmont 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

The North York Moors National Park weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in July?

July in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom brings perfect weather. In Pickering, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in July?

Pickering averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in July, with overnight lows close to 13°C (55°F).

Does the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in July?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom during July, with Pickering averaging close to 74 mm (2.9 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Pickering is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Pickering. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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