The Great Globe
Monument Large Victorian globe exhibit at coastal museum
Tips for Visiting The Great Globe #
- Head to Durlston Country Park in the early morning or late afternoon for the best light on the Great Globe and much quieter cliff‑top walking conditions than mid‑summer weekends.
- Combine the globe visit with the Durlston visitor centre and coastal footpaths - many people see the globe briefly and miss the interpretive panels, inscriptions and the panoramic viewpoints along the Jurassic Coast walk.
- Check visitor centre opening times before you go; seasonal hours vary and the centre provides context, maps and the best walking routes to reach the Great Globe without unnecessary backtracking.
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Weather & Climate near The Great Globe #
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 4°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (814 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with 100 mm of rain, mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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