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Durham
United Kingdom
Durham impresses with its Norman cathedral and castle high above the River Wear - both UNESCO World Heritage sites. The compact university city is an underrated gem of northern England.
What awaits you
City tripMuseumsWalkable
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Best time to visit
Max. temperature
7°Jan
9°Feb
9°Mar
11°Apr
15°May
18°Jun
19°Jul
19°Aug
17°Sep
13°Oct
9°Nov
7°Dec
Sunshine hours
4hJan
4hFeb
6hMar
8hApr
9hMay
11hJun
10hJul
10hAug
7hSep
5hOct
4hNov
2hDec
Rain days
11dJan
12dFeb
17dMar
17dApr
14dMay
10dJun
15dJul
12dAug
13dSep
15dOct
12dNov
14dDec
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Durham as a Vacation Destination
Durham is an excellent choice for city breaks. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 19°C.
The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed.
The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites.
Good to know
Price level
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Local languages
EN