Bristol County Climate
Bristol County, Rhode Island
Avg Annual Temp
50.8°F
Annual Precip
49.4"
Annual Snowfall
35.9"
Extreme Heat Days
11.3
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
DryWet❄= snowfall
❄3.9"
❄3.5"
❄5.2"
❄4.5"
3.4"
4.0"
3.3"
3.8"
4.0"
❄4.6"
❄4.3"
❄4.8"
Jan
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Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
Warmer than 35% of US counties
Wetter than 73% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 54% of US counties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Bristol County?
The average annual temperature in Bristol County, RI is 50.8°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Bristol County get?
Bristol County receives an average of 49.4 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Bristol County?
Yes, Bristol County receives an average of 35.9 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Bristol County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Bristol County is 70.5°F. The county experiences an average of 11.3 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Bristol County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Bristol County is 31.4°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 29.0°F.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.