Last updated: March 2, 2024
Under the Köppen–Geiger climate classification Bishopston features a oceanic climate (Cfb). Temperatures typically range between 7 °C (45 °F) and 17 °C (62 °F) through the year, but rarely can drop to -4 °C (25 °F) or can rise to as high as 24 °C (76 °F). The average annual precipitation amounts to about 1421 mm (55.9 inches) and receives 189 rainy days on the 1 mm (0.04 inches) threshold annually. Bishopston enjoys an average of 3177 hours of sunshine throughout the year, and daylight varies from 7 hours 53 minutes to 16 hours 32 minutes per day.
The warmest months in Bishopston are July, August and September, with daily mean temperatures ranging from 15 to 17 °C (60 - 62 °F) throughout the day. The coldest temperatures usually occur in January, February and March, when daily mean temperatures range from 7 to 8 °C (45 - 46 °F) throughout the day. On average each year, Bishopston experiences 0 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) and 2 days below 0 °C (32.0 °F).
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum | 14°C (57°F) |
13°C (55°F) |
15°C (59°F) |
17°C (63°F) |
21°C (70°F) |
24°C (76°F) |
24°C (76°F) |
24°C (75°F) |
24°C (76°F) |
20°C (68°F) |
16°C (60°F) |
13°C (55°F) |
| Mean maximum | 11°C (53°F) |
12°C (53°F) |
13°C (55°F) |
16°C (61°F) |
18°C (65°F) |
21°C (70°F) |
23°C (74°F) |
22°C (72°F) |
21°C (71°F) |
18°C (64°F) |
14°C (58°F) |
12°C (55°F) |
| Average high | 8°C (47°F) |
9°C (48°F) |
9°C (49°F) |
11°C (53°F) |
14°C (57°F) |
17°C (62°F) |
18°C (65°F) |
18°C (65°F) |
17°C (63°F) |
14°C (58°F) |
11°C (53°F) |
9°C (49°F) |
| Daily mean | 7°C (45°F) |
7°C (45°F) |
8°C (46°F) |
9°C (49°F) |
12°C (53°F) |
15°C (59°F) |
17°C (62°F) |
17°C (62°F) |
15°C (60°F) |
13°C (55°F) |
10°C (50°F) |
8°C (47°F) |
| Average low | 5°C (42°F) |
6°C (42°F) |
6°C (43°F) |
7°C (45°F) |
10°C (50°F) |
13°C (56°F) |
15°C (59°F) |
15°C (59°F) |
13°C (57°F) |
11°C (53°F) |
8°C (47°F) |
7°C (45°F) |
| Mean minimum | 1°C (35°F) |
1°C (35°F) |
2°C (36°F) |
3°C (37°F) |
6°C (42°F) |
10°C (50°F) |
12°C (54°F) |
12°C (54°F) |
10°C (50°F) |
7°C (45°F) |
4°C (39°F) |
3°C (37°F) |
| Minimum | -0°C (32°F) |
-1°C (30°F) |
-4°C (25°F) |
2°C (36°F) |
5°C (40°F) |
9°C (48°F) |
11°C (52°F) |
12°C (53°F) |
9°C (48°F) |
3°C (38°F) |
2°C (35°F) |
2°C (35°F) |
Compare temperature, precipitation, sunshine, UV index in Bishopston, Wales, United Kingdom with other places around the world.
Bishopston usually has the most precipitation in October, November and December, with an average of 19 rainy days and 170 mm (6.7 inches) of precipitation per month. The driest months in Bishopston are April, May and July. On average, 75 mm (3.0 inches) of precipitation falls during these months.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 106 (4.2) | 128 (5.0) | 114 (4.5) | 56 (2.2) | 79 (3.1) | 93 (3.6) | 91 (3.6) | 123 (4.8) | 120 (4.7) | 184 (7.2) | 143 (5.6) | 184 (7.3) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 1 mm) | 14 | 17 | 18 | 9 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 18 | 15 | 19 | 19 | 21 |
The sunniest months in Bishopston are May, June and July, when the sun shines an average of 13 hours 10 minutes a day. Least sunny months in Bishopston: January, November and December receive an average of 3 hours 40 minutes of sunshine daily.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 92 | 150 | 218 | 333 | 403 | 390 | 417 | 374 | 308 | 241 | 135 | 109 |
| Mean daily daylight hours | 8h 23m | 9h 58m | 11h 55m | 13h 54m | 15h 38m | 16h 32m | 16h 3m | 14h 30m | 12h 35m | 10h 36m | 8h 50m | 7h 53m |
Bishopston experiences the highest level of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in June, July and August, when the maximum UV index can reach values of 7 - 8, which corresponds to the High / Very High category of sun exposure. January, February and December are in the Low exposure category. In these months, the maximum values of the UV index do not exceed 2. For more detailed information, check out our hourly Bishopston UV Index data.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UV Index (month maximum) | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
Discover in-depth weather details for every month in Bishopston. Click through the links below for comprehensive overviews of temperature trends, precipitation levels, sunshine hours, and solar UV radiation specifics. Whether planning a visit or simply curious about Bishopston's climate nuances, these monthly breakdowns provide the information you need for an informed understanding of what to expect throughout the year.
Each link leads to a detailed account of the typical weather conditions for that month, providing both locals and tourists with vital information to plan their daily activities, wardrobe, and travel itineraries accordingly.