Bolton Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Bolton, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 12°C (54°F) in July to 2°C (36°F) in February.

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Temperature ranges by month

Bolton experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1129 mm (44 in) of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Bolton enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 112 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation, while in April, Bolton receives about 77 mm (3 in). For more details, please visit our Bolton Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Bolton can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 1.5 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine