Which is the hottest month in Shaftesbury?

The hottest time of year in Shaftesbury is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 21°C.

Which month has the most rain in Shaftesbury?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Shaftesbury with 101mm on average. There are normally 17 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Shaftesbury?

The sunniest time of year in Shaftesbury is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 41% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Shaftesbury

Q: When is the best time to visit Shaftesbury?

The best time to visit Shaftesbury is June and July based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Shaftesbury?

The best time to visit Shaftesbury is June and July based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for England (Shaftesbury) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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