Bristol, United Kingdom Weather
Bristol hourly forecast: next 24 hours
Today's high of 71°F (22°C) is about 3°F (2°C) above the typical August high of 68°F (20°C).
Current conditions in detail
Bristol weather tomorrow (Friday, August 7)
Tomorrow in Bristol looks sunny, with a high of 73° and an overnight low of 49°. Rain is unlikely (3% chance). Winds top out near 10 mph, and the UV index reaches 6 (high).
Bristol 14-day forecast
About the weather in Bristol
Bristol has a oceanic climate, marked by mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Average daytime highs range from about 46°F (8°C) in January to around 69°F (21°C) in July, and the city records roughly 156 days of measurable precipitation a year.
Bristol weather: quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 69°F (21°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 46°F (8°C)
- Record high: 92°F (33°C) · Record low: 20°F (-6°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: December (15 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (11.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 2 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 69°F (21°C) and overnight lows stay near 56°F (13°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 46°F (8°C) and lows around 36°F (2°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 92°F (33°C) and dropped as low as 20°F (-6°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.9 inches (100 mm) of rain over 15 days, while April is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.0 hours of sun a day. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Bristol is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 42°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Bristol is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 68°F (20°C) and nights around 55°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Bristol is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 58°F (14°C) and nights around 47°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Bristol is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 47°F (8°C) and nights around 38°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season.
Average temperatures in Bristol by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 36° | 13 | 2.8 in | 4.0 h/day | 88% |
| February | 48° | 38° | 12 | 2.9 in | 5.1 h/day | 84% |
| March | 50° | 39° | 15 | 3.3 in | 6.5 h/day | 82% |
| April | 55° | 40° | 10 | 2.0 in | 9.3 h/day | 77% |
| May | 61° | 47° | 12 | 2.8 in | 10.6 h/day | 77% |
| June | 67° | 53° | 12 | 2.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 77% |
| July | 69° | 56° | 13 | 2.8 in | 10.9 h/day | 76% |
| August | 68° | 56° | 13 | 3.2 in | 9.6 h/day | 79% |
| September | 65° | 52° | 13 | 3.4 in | 8.1 h/day | 81% |
| October | 58° | 48° | 14 | 3.8 in | 6.0 h/day | 85% |
| November | 51° | 42° | 14 | 3.3 in | 4.2 h/day | 87% |
| December | 48° | 40° | 15 | 3.9 in | 3.2 h/day | 89% |