Tower of Refuge
The Tower of Refuge is a registered building constructed in 1832. It is one of the most looked-up sights in the Isle of Man.
Planning a visit
The warmest months to visit are July and August, with average temperatures of 14 °C and 15 °C. Rain occurs throughout the year, with the fewest rainy days in May and June. Winter months, particularly December, see the highest frequency of rain. The Tower of Refuge is located in Douglas, 1 km from the capital city center. The nearest airport is Isle of Man Airport, located 13 km away.
You can combine a visit to the tower with nearby sites such as Tynwald, which is 0.8 km away, or the Manx Museum, located 1 km away. Other nearby options include the Laxey Wheel at 10.6 km, Castle Rushen at 14.7 km, and Peel Cathedral at 16.5 km.
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 this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
