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Bournemouth Climate by Month

The warmest months in Bournemouth are July and August, which have an average temperature range of 12°C to 22°C. The coolest months are January and February, which have an average temperature range of 1°C to 8°C. Average rainfall in Bournemouth is around 800 mm annually.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Bournemouth. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in August to a chilly 10°C in the coolest month, February. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 5°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Bournemouth has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 919 mm of rainfall annually. Bournemouth offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between November (108 mm) and July (57 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Bournemouth serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 1.8 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (39 KM, 24 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Bournemouth 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Bournemouth?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Bournemouth?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bournemouth?
    November tops the wettest month list with 108 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bournemouth?
    July is the driest month with 57 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Bournemouth?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 222 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Bournemouth

    Thu   Nov 21
    3°C | -2°C
    NE 25 km/h
    11 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    7°C | -1°C
    W 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    15°C | 0°C
    S 50 km/h
    24 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain