Menai Bridge Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Menai Bridge.

Climate overview of Menai Bridge

Menai Bridge, Gwynedd, United Kingdom, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) in July, while winters cool to 9°C (48°F) in January.

Rainfall is high, totalling around 1171 mm (46 in) per year. December is the wettest month and May the driest. The city also experiences pleasant summers and cold winters. The most sunshine falls in May, with an average of 5.6 hours of daily sunshine.

Menai Bridge Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Menai Bridge - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Menai Bridge

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from pleasant to chilly in Menai Bridge. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 9°C (48°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in July to around 3°C (37°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Menai Bridge

Menai Bridge has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1171 mm (46 in) of rainfall annually. Year-round, Menai Bridge has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 118 mm (4.6 in), and the driest month, May, with 83 mm (3.3 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Menai Bridge Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Menai Bridge

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Menai Bridge. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Bala, the United Kingdom (51 KM, 31 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Bala, the United Kingdom (51 KM, 31 Miles).

Best Time to Visit Menai Bridge

For comfortable weather, consider visiting Menai Bridge in July and August. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, November and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: July and August
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: May
  • Seasonal pattern: Pleasant summers and cold winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Menai Bridge

What is the best time to visit Menai Bridge?

July and August typically offer the most optimal weather in Menai Bridge. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Menai Bridge has pleasant summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Menai Bridge?

Daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in January to 20°C (68°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 3°C (37°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Menai Bridge get?

Annual rainfall is around 1171 mm (46 in). December is the wettest month with 118 mm (4.6 in), while May is the driest with 83 mm (3.3 in).

How sunny is Menai Bridge?

Menai Bridge receives around 1,192 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 169 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 26 hours.

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