Somerset Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Somerset, the United Kingdom in February.

Planning a trip to Somerset, the United Kingdom this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Somerset in February

Somerset, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. February in Somerset generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Bath.

For specific regional insights in Somerset, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hatch Beauchamp with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Lynmouth with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during February. Bath experiences about 75 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Somerset by month

Best Places to Visit in Somerset in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Somerset.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Somerset

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Somerset, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Somerset (February)

Precipitation variation in Somerset (February)

Bath

In February Bath generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
75 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Bristol

In February Bristol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
75 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Weston-super-Mare

In February Weston-super-Mare generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
78 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Minehead

In February Minehead generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
78 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Wells

In February Wells generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
75 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Somerset in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bath 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Bristol 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Weston-super-Mare 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Minehead 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Wells 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Yeovil 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Somerset weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Somerset, the United Kingdom in February?

Somerset, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Bath average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Somerset, the United Kingdom in February?

In Bath, the average daytime high in February is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does Somerset, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Somerset, the United Kingdom. Bath averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Somerset, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bath, February may not be the ideal time to visit Somerset, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Bath. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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