Will it rain in
Bath today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Bath, England, UK.
Running in Bath means tackling Georgian hills and the Avon Valley's damp, mild air. Whether it's a misty morning along the canal path, drizzle on the climb up to Royal Crescent, or shower clouds gathering over Prior Park, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Bath right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Bath's valley weather is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Bath?
Bath records around 889mm of rain a year, spread across about 150 days — roughly 41% of all days, or 13 days in an average month. In practice that makes rain a regular feature of running in Bath rather than an exception — close to one day in two. A decent waterproof and a peaked cap earn their place in the kit bag year-round.
The wettest month is December, averaging 94mm across about 15 rainy days. The driest is April, with 50mm over roughly 10 days. Average lows in January drop to 2.2°C, cold enough that gloves, a headband and a thermal base layer make a real difference on early runs. Summer highs peak around 20.8°C in July, comfortable for most daytime running.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71mm | 13 | 7.4°C | 2.2°C |
| February | 71mm | 12 | 8.6°C | 2.8°C |
| March | 81mm | 15 | 10°C | 3.6°C |
| April | 50mm | 10 | 12.8°C | 4.5°C |
| May | 66mm | 12 | 16.1°C | 8°C |
| June | 63mm | 11 | 19.2°C | 11.2°C |
| July | 69mm | 13 | 20.8°C | 13.1°C |
| August | 76mm | 12 | 20.3°C | 13°C |
| September | 77mm | 12 | 18.1°C | 11°C |
| October | 90mm | 13 | 14.5°C | 8.6°C |
| November | 81mm | 12 | 10.5°C | 5.4°C |
| December | 94mm | 15 | 9°C | 4.4°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Bath: common questions
Will it rain in Bath today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Bath's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Bath sees rain on about 150 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 41% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Bath?
RainOrRun scores the live Bath forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Bath today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Bath — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Bath today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Bath forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Bath?
December is the wettest month in Bath, averaging 94mm of rain across about 15 rainy days. April is the driest, with around 50mm over roughly 10 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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