Bolton Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Bolton is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from pleasant during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Bolton, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 2°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Bolton experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1129 mm of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Bolton enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 112 mm of precipitation, while in April, Bolton receives about 77 mm.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
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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Bolton 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 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 112 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 77 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 187 hours of sunshine.
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