Bath Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Bath is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Bath, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in July to a chilly 9°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 3°C in February.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Bath receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 866 mm. The wettest period in Bath occurs in October, which receives around 81 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Bath experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 61 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Bath, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.8 hours per average day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Forecast for Bath
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Bath in the United Kingdom
During the months of July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 81 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 219 hours of sunshine.
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