Peak District Weather in July

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

Considering a trip to the Peak District, the United Kingdom this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Peak District in July

The Peak District, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in the Peak District generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Bakewell. On average, July is the month with the highest temperature of the year in the Peak District, the United Kingdom.

To explore the conditions in the Peak District, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baslow with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Tideswell with 96 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Bakewell gets around 183 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore the Peak District by month

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

Best Places to Visit in the Peak District 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 Peak District

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

Temperature range in the Peak District (July)

Precipitation variation in the Peak District (July)

Bakewell

In July Bakewell 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
178 hours
183 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Castleton

In July Castleton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
183 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Hathersage

In July Hathersage 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
178 hours
183 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Tideswell

In July Tideswell generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
183 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Baslow

In July Baslow 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
178 hours
183 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Peak District, 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 Peak District in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bakewell 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Castleton 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Hathersage 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Tideswell 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Baslow 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Eyam 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

The Peak District weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Peak District, the United Kingdom in July?

In July, the Peak District, the United Kingdom generally has perfect weather conditions. Bakewell sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in the Peak District, the United Kingdom in July?

Daytime temperatures in Bakewell peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in July, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

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

July is on the drier side in the Peak District, the United Kingdom. Bakewell averages only about 91 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to the Peak District, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Bakewell is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Bakewell. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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