Tonbridge, United Kingdom Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Tonbridge
Located in United Kingdom, Tonbridge experiences a oceanic climate with mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall. Afternoon temperatures peak near 71°F (22°C) in July and dip to about 46°F (8°C) in January, with around 30.2 inches (766 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 71°F (22°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 46°F (8°C)
- Record high: 97°F (36°C) · Record low: 17°F (-9°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (11.7 h sun/day)
- Climate type: oceanic - mild temperatures year-round with regular rainfall
- Snow: about 3 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 71°F (22°C) and overnight lows stay near 57°F (14°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 97°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 17°F (-9°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain over 12 days, while April is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.7 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 3 days in a typical year, mostly from January through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 36° | 12 | 2.7 in | 4.3 h/day | 87% |
| February | 48° | 37° | 12 | 2.3 in | 5.4 h/day | 83% |
| March | 51° | 39° | 13 | 2.5 in | 6.7 h/day | 81% |
| April | 56° | 41° | 10 | 1.8 in | 9.9 h/day | 76% |
| May | 62° | 47° | 11 | 2.3 in | 10.9 h/day | 76% |
| June | 68° | 53° | 10 | 2.5 in | 11.7 h/day | 75% |
| July | 71° | 57° | 12 | 2.2 in | 11.6 h/day | 73% |
| August | 71° | 57° | 10 | 2.6 in | 10.4 h/day | 77% |
| September | 66° | 53° | 10 | 2.3 in | 8.6 h/day | 79% |
| October | 59° | 48° | 12 | 3.1 in | 6.5 h/day | 84% |
| November | 51° | 42° | 11 | 3.0 in | 4.6 h/day | 87% |
| December | 48° | 40° | 13 | 3.0 in | 3.6 h/day | 89% |
Tonbridge month by month
Tonbridge weather in January
January brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), about 12 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Tonbridge.
Tonbridge weather in February
February brings highs around 48°F (9°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 12 wet days.
Tonbridge weather in March
March brings highs around 51°F (10°C), lows near 39°F (4°C), about 13 wet days.
Tonbridge weather in April
April brings highs around 56°F (13°C), lows near 41°F (5°C), about 10 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Tonbridge.
Tonbridge weather in May
May brings highs around 62°F (17°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), about 11 wet days.
Tonbridge weather in June
June brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 10 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Tonbridge.
Tonbridge weather in July
July brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 12 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Tonbridge.
Tonbridge weather in August
August brings highs around 71°F (22°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 10 wet days.
Tonbridge weather in September
September brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 53°F (12°C), about 10 wet days.
Tonbridge weather in October
October brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 12 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Tonbridge.
Tonbridge weather in November
November brings highs around 51°F (11°C), lows near 42°F (6°C), about 11 wet days.
Tonbridge weather in December
December brings highs around 48°F (9°C), lows near 40°F (4°C), about 13 wet days.
Seasons in Tonbridge
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Tonbridge stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 42°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Tonbridge brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 70°F (21°C) and nights around 56°F (13°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Tonbridge stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 59°F (15°C) and nights around 48°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 34 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Tonbridge is chilly, with daytime highs averaging 47°F (8°C) and nights around 38°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 37 days across the season, plus around 2 snowy days.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Tonbridge
The best time to visit Tonbridge is generally May to September, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 68°F (20°C).
Pack for Tonbridge with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 57°F (14°C).
Tonbridge temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.