Best Time to Visit Bath
Best time to visit Bath: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Bath
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Bath month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 35° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 39° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 57° | 42° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 64° | 48° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 68° | 54° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 57° | 1,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 72° | 56° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 52° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 42° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 4,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Bath compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Bath.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol | 11 mi | 53°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites | 27 mi | 52°F | about the same | 36 in |
| Stonehenge | 27 mi | 52°F | about the same | 36 in |
| South Wales | 36 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 54 in |
| Cardiff | 36 mi | 53°F | +33°F warmer | 54 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 56°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Bath is a city in Somerset. Bath is known for Roman baths and Georgian crescents. It has a population of about 95.000.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Bath with clear. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 56°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 19%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Bath is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 82 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, River Thames and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is 7.2°F above the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Bath today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Bath right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:35 AM, Oct 2 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 69° / 57°
Overcast · 20% rain · wind 7 mph
🌥️ 67° / 52°
Fog · 2% rain · wind 9 mph
Things to do in Bath
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Bath.
Quick facts about Bath
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Somerset |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°22′52″N 2°21′32.4″W (51.3811, -2.359) |
| Population | 95.000 |
| Known for | Roman baths and Georgian crescents |
| Local time | 7:35 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bath?
Bath is a city in Somerset. Its coordinates are 51.3811, -2.359. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Bath right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 90% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bath?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Bath, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bath in?
Bath observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:35 AM.
How many people live in Bath?
Bath has a population of approximately 95.000.
What is the nearest airport to Bath?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 82 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 95 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 217 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bath?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, River Thames, British Museum, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Tower of London.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 7:35 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
