Bedford (MA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Bedford is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Bedford, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a chilly 2°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -8°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Bedford experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1232 mm of precipitation annually. The wettest period in Bedford occurs in December, which receives around 129 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, September, Bedford experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 82 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 Bedford, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.0 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.7 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 4°C in February to 20°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Bedford.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 72%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 5 m/s to 7 m/s. It is lower in June, July, August and September and higher in January, February, March and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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The best time of year to visit Bedford in the United States of America
During the months of May, June and September 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 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
September is the driest month with 82 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 301 hours of sunshine.
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