Bristol · February
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 47°F, low 37°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 84% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 16 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
47° / 37°F
Humidity
84%
Rain days
16/mo
Wind
17 mph
What February feels like in Bristol
Sunrise
08:24
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:24
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 February
The kit for February in Bristol: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
February vs the surrounding months
vs January
+1° avg high
-3 rain days
Bristol in January →
February
47°F avg high
16 rain days
Best: midday
vs March
-3° avg high
-2 rain days
Bristol in March →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Bristol in February?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Bristol in February?+
Average high 47°F, average low 37°F.
How does February compare to surrounding months in Bristol?+
Compared to January (avg high 46°F), February is warmer. Compared to March (avg high 50°F), February is cooler.
Does it rain often in Bristol in February?+
Expect about 16 measurable rain days in February, on average.