Geography of Bath
Geography of Bath: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Bath
Bristol is 11 mi to the north-west, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites is 27 mi to the south-east, Stonehenge is 27 mi to the south-east and Cardiff is 36 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 51°22′52″N 2°21′32.4″W (51.3811, -2.359)
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 | 1:17 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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 77°F (25°C) in Bath with partly cloudy. It feels like 73°F. Today runs from 58°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 21%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - 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 August. The forecast high of 79°F is 8.6°F above the 70°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Bath today at 9.1/10. 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.
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 | 70° | 55° | 1,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 65° | 52° | 4,7 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).
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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 77°F (25°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 40% and wind is 10 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 1:17 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 25, 2026 at 1:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
