Climate almanac

Bristol

Virginia, United States · 36.60°, -82.19°

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What is the climate like in Bristol?

The best time to visit Bristol is typically June – October, with trip comfort peaking in September (7.0/10). Bristol is warmest in July, when daily highs average 85°F (30°C), and coolest in January, when lows fall to about 31°F (-1°C). The wettest month is typically February and the driest is November; the year sees roughly 46 in (1157 mm) of precipitation.

  • Best time to visitJune – October — comfort peaks in September (7.0/10)
  • Warmest monthJuly — average high 85°F (30°C)
  • Coolest monthJanuary — average low 31°F (-1°C)
  • Wettest monthFebruary (5.4 in (138 mm))
  • Driest monthNovember (2.9 in (74 mm))
  • Annual precipitation46 in (1157 mm)
  • Based on2016-2025 daily ERA5 reanalysis data (10-year normals)
  • Records fromBristol AP, 23 km away (1937-2026)