Clothes for each Season & each Month

We provide information on appropriate clothes for each season and clothes for each month (Monthly Recommended Clothes).

Clothes for each Season

Seasonal weather in Bristol City

The city's winter season is not very cold; however, the sky is often cloudy with high humidity and moderate to strong wind speeds. It experiences frequent rainfall and rarely snows. Bristol's coldest nights drop to -7 degrees Celsius; however, the temperature can drop to -14 degrees. In nearby Ashton, the lowest temperature was -14 degrees (January 1982). The city's temperatures are cool and mild in summer, but residents may experience some rainfall; however, not as much as it does in the winter.

Summers are the best time to visit the city because temperatures are perfect for outdoor activities. The city gets hot sometimes; however, it happens in short durations. For instance, Long Ashton temperatures reached 35 degrees Celsius in 1976, and Filton airport reached 34 degrees in July 2006. You should pack a sweater or sweatshirt when visiting Bristol in the Summer (it could get cold in the evenings) and carry an umbrella in case it rains.

However, you may wonder what the seasonal clothes are like in Bristol city. Keep reading to find out.

Winter

You should pack some warm layered clothes when visiting Bristol. The city experiences colder-than-average winter weather with above-average precipitation. Thus, you should pack heavy cardigans, sweaters, hoodies, scarves, and gloves. You should also pack a hat or beanies to protect your head from cold.

Prepare for potential rainfall by packing a raincoat and some waterproof boots. Ensure to stay warm during the cold season by dressing in layers, including woolen sweaters, long-sleeved shirts, and jeans. You should also pack some thermals for extra warmth if you get cold fast.

Summer

Bristol summers are colder than other locations; however, you'll still get some warmer days to enjoy fun outdoor activities. You may pack some skirts, leggings, and summer dresses; however, you should be prepared to layer them with stockings, cardigans, sweaters, and hoodies to keep warm, especially in the evenings.

You should also pack a waterproof coat, scarves, gloves, an umbrella, and a hat in case it rains. Pack some sturdy shoes if you plan on going outdoors, and be ready for sudden weather changes. You should also pack some sunglasses to protect you from sunlight and insect repellant in case you go hiking.

Autumn and Spring

Bristol weather can change from warm to mildly cold and even rainy. Often, temperatures in Bristol are liver than in other locations in the UK. Thus, you should emphasize layering your outfits and preparing for warm and cold weather. You should layer your outfits with long-sleeved shirts, leggings, sweaters, cardigans, t-shirts, dresses, skirts, scarves, and trousers.

You should pack a comfortable pair of shoes you can run in and add a pair of sandals if you check and believe the weather will be good. Ensure you pack an umbrella, waterproof shoes, and a waterproof coat. You should also get some sun protection, including sunglasses and sunscreen.

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Other items you should pack include

• A reusable water bottle: Pack a reusable water bottle to minimize plastic waste since you can refill it wherever you want.
• Day bag: Pack a day bag to carry all your day's essentials, including sunscreen, water bottle, and other essentials.
• UK travel adapter: You should pack a UK travel adapter with three rectangular pins designed in a triangular pattern. You should also note that UK sockets have a 230V supply voltage.
• Windproof travel umbrella: You should pack a windproof travel umbrella whenever you visit Bristol since it receives lots of unexpected rainfall. The amount may vary between seasons; however, it helps to be prepared at all times.

Attractions

Bristol is a fun city to tour and walk around. It has some of the best routes in Bristol Harbour with its rejuvenated and preserved promenades and piers.

Families touring the city should visit We The Curious (an arts and science center designed to educate and engage young minds) and Bristol zoo gardens. You can also visit Ashton Court Estate for various exciting outdoor family activities. You may also take trips to various destinations outside town, like the amazing Cheddar Gorge.

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