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Bradford, England Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Bradford, England?
Bradford, England gets 892 mm of precipitation a year over about 198 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 21°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).
Oceanic climate
Bradford, England has mild summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 20°C in July. December is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 2° | 7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 12° | 19° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 7° | 13° |
How much rain does Bradford get?
Bradford gets 892 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 198 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 53% of the UK.
December is the wettest month, with 99 mm. May is the driest, with 54 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 20.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 31 days, to May 22, 2025.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Bradford got 758 mm of rain, against a normal of 892 mm for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 118 mm.
Bradford weather by month
Bradford weather in January
In January, Bradford averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 14°C (1971) and the record low is -11°C (1972).
Bradford weather in February
In February, Bradford averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 18°C (2019) and the record low is -10°C (1978).
Bradford weather in March
In March, Bradford averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 21°C (2012) and the record low is -7°C (2001).
Bradford weather in April
In April, Bradford averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 25°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1988).
Bradford weather in May
In May, Bradford averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 31°C (2026) and the record low is -3°C (1995).
Bradford weather in June
In June, Bradford averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 33°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bradford weather in July
In July, Bradford averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 6°C (1984). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bradford weather in August
In August, Bradford averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (2012). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bradford weather in September
In September, Bradford averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (1995). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Bradford weather in October
In October, Bradford averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 24°C (2011) and the record low is -4°C (1997).
Bradford weather in November
In November, Bradford averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 18°C (2025) and the record low is -8°C (2010).
Bradford weather in December
In December, Bradford averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 16°C (2015) and the record low is -13°C (1981).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Bradford
April is the sunniest month in Bradford, with estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 19%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 26% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Bradford is cloudier than 76% of the UK.
Humidity peaks in December at 91% and is lowest in April at 74%.
First and last freeze in Bradford
The first fall freeze in Bradford typically comes around November 6, and the last spring freeze around April 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 202 days.
Bradford weather records
These records cover BRADFORD during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Bradford station is 38°C, on July 18, 2022. The coldest is -13°C, on December 18, 1981.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 83 mm of precipitation, on August 25, 1986.
37 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Bradford
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 2°C.
Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 7°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° | 7° | 88 mm | 20 | 88% | 27% | 14° | -11° |
| February | 2° | 7° | 74 mm | 16 | 86% | 21% | 18° | -10° |
| March | 3° | 9° | 64 mm | 16 | 82% | 26% | 21° | -7° |
| April | 4° | 13° | 58 mm | 14 | 74% | 34% | 25° | -6° |
| May | 7° | 16° | 54 mm | 14 | 77% | 29% | 31° | -3° |
| June | 10° | 18° | 72 mm | 14 | 76% | 32% | 33° | 1° |
| July | 12° | 21° | 64 mm | 14 | 79% | 26% | 38° | 6° |
| August | 12° | 20° | 74 mm | 16 | 80% | 29% | 34° | 3° |
| September | 10° | 17° | 70 mm | 15 | 84% | 25% | 28° | 1° |
| October | 7° | 13° | 84 mm | 18 | 87% | 22% | 24° | -4° |
| November | 4° | 9° | 90 mm | 20 | 89% | 23% | 18° | -8° |
| December | 2° | 7° | 99 mm | 20 | 91% | 19% | 16° | -13° |
Station: BRADFORD, 3 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Bradford climate questions
How much rain does Bradford get?
Bradford gets 892 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 198 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Bradford?
December is the wettest month in Bradford, with 99 mm. May is the driest, with 54 mm.
How many rainy days does Bradford have a year?
Bradford has about 198 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 20.
What is the hottest month in Bradford?
July is the warmest month in Bradford, with an average high of 21°C.
What is the coldest month in Bradford?
January is the coldest month in Bradford, with an average low of 2°C.
What is the record high temperature in Bradford?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Bradford station is 38°C, set on July 18, 2022. The record low is -13°C, on December 18, 1981.
What is the sunniest month in Bradford?
April is the sunniest month in Bradford, with estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Bradford?
The first fall freeze in Bradford typically comes around November 6. The last spring freeze is around April 18.
What is the best time to visit Bradford?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 19°C.