Bristol · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 55°F, low 41°F. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
55° / 41°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
13 mph
What April feels like in Bristol
Sunrise
06:13
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:07
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Bristol in April
The kit for April in Bristol: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+5° avg high
-4 rain days
Bristol in March →
April
55°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-5° avg high
-3 rain days
Bristol in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Bristol in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Bristol in April?+
Average high 55°F, average low 41°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Bristol?+
Compared to March (avg high 50°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 61°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Bristol in April?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in April, on average.