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Bristol weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Bristol
May–September is warmest and driest; July–August holds the harbor and balloon festivals. Winters are mild, grey and wet.
Bristol weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan8°76 mm
- Feb8°60 mm
- Mar10°60 mm
- Apr13°50 mm
- May17°60 mm
- Jun20°62 mm
- Jul22°69 mm
- Aug22°72 mm
- Sep19°50 mm
- Oct15°83 mm
- Nov11°86 mm
- Dec8°84 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C46°F | 2°C36°F | 76 mm | 94% | Cold |
| February | 8°C46°F | 2°C36°F | 60 mm | 92% | Cold |
| March | 10°C50°F | 3°C37°F | 60 mm | 88% | Cold |
| April | 13°C56°F | 5°C41°F | 50 mm | 84% | Cool |
| May | 17°C62°F | 8°C46°F | 60 mm | 82% | Cool |
| June | 20°C68°F | 11°C52°F | 62 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C71°F | 13°C55°F | 69 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| August | 22°C71°F | 13°C55°F | 72 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| September | 19°C67°F | 10°C51°F | 50 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 15°C59°F | 8°C47°F | 83 mm | 88% | Cool |
| November | 11°C51°F | 5°C42°F | 86 mm | 93% | Cold |
| December | 8°C46°F | 3°C38°F | 84 mm | 95% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Bristol?
May–Jul, Sep. May–September is warmest and driest; July–August holds the harbor and balloon festivals. Winters are mild, grey and wet.
When is the rainy season in Bristol?
Rain peaks in November with about 86 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Bristol?
July, with average highs of 22°C (71°F).
How cold does Bristol get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 2°C (36°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.