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Bristol weather in January

Long-run climate averages for Bristol, England in January, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

January at a glance

In January, Bristol averages 8°C by day and 2°C at night. The wettest month is usually September.

January in Bristol averages a daytime high of 8°C and an overnight low of 2°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is the coldest month of the year here. Across the whole year Bristol sees roughly 1221 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Bristol forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Bristol weather by month

what to expect in Bristol through the year

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
Cool
Feb
10°
Cool
Mar
10°
Cool
Apr
12°
Cool
May
17°
Mild
Jun
20°
11°
Mild
Jul
19°
13°
Mild
Aug
20°
13°
Mild
Sep
19°
12°
Mild
Wettest
Oct
15°
10°
Mild
Nov
11°
Cool
Dec
10°
Cool

Common questions

How warm is Bristol in January?
Bristol averages a daytime high of 8°C in January, with overnight lows around 2°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is January a good 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 September rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Bristol in January?
The wettest month in Bristol is usually September. Across the year the city sees roughly 1221 mm of precipitation.

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