Bristol Weather in January

The climate in Bristol during January can be summarized as mild and damp.

January is in the winter in Bristol and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 16°C (61°F), whilst at night 4°C (39°F) is normal.

On average January is the 6th wettest month of the year in Bristol with around 118mm 4.6 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 10 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.4 hours of sunshine per day.

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Bristol in January 2024.