Douglas
Capital of Isle of Man
Douglas is the capital of the Isle of Man, with a population of 26,677 in 2021. Visitors are drawn to the city by local attractions such as Tynwald, the Tower of Refuge, and the Manx Museum.
What to see
The city features several notable sights for visitors to explore. You can visit Tynwald and the Tower of Refuge, alongside cultural items like the Manx Museum.
When to go
Average temperatures range from 6 °C in February to 15 °C in August based on 1981-2010 averages. Rain falls throughout the year, with monthly totals varying from 59 mm in May to 120 mm in October, and rainy days ranging from 11 in May to 22 in December.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Isle of Man Airport, located 12 km away in Castletown, Rushen.
Top sights in Douglas
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, averaging 15 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 8 |
| Rainfall, mm | 96 | 67 | 80 | 63 | 59 | 66 | 64 | 74 | 87 | 120 | 117 | 110 |
| Rainy days | 18 | 17 | 17 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Douglas (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.