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The best time to visit Bristol

Month-by-month climate averages for Bristol, England, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

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Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Bristol is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.

Bristol is warmest in August (highs near 20°C) and coldest in January (lows around 2°C), with roughly 887 mm of precipitation across the year and October the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, July and August.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Bristol forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Bristol weather by month

what to expect in Bristol through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Bristol's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Bristol by season.

Jan
8°
2°
Cool
Feb
8°
2°
Cool
Mar
9°
4°
Cool
Apr
12°
5°
Cool
May
16°
8°
Mild
Jun
19°
10°
Mild
Jul
19°
13°
Mild
Aug
20°
13°
Mild
Sep
18°
11°
Mild
Oct
14°
9°
Cool
Wettest
Nov
11°
6°
Cool
Dec
8°
4°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Bristol?
The most comfortable time to visit Bristol is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest October rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Bristol?
August is the warmest month in Bristol, averaging highs near 20°C.
What is the coldest month in Bristol?
January is the coldest month in Bristol, with lows around 2°C.
When is the rainy season in Bristol?
The wettest month in Bristol is usually October, out of roughly 887 mm of precipitation across the year.

Bristol month by month