Climate for Station: Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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Climate Analysis & Overview
Bradford's climate is experiencing a gradual warming trend, with more evenly distributed precipitation over the past decade. The city's climate, influenced by its inland position and elevation, is seeing a notable rise in both high and low temperatures, reflecting broader regional climate shifts.
A Warming Trend in Bradford
Bradford, located at 53.8131°N, -1.7739°W, experiences a temperate maritime climate, classified under the Köppen system as Cfb. This means mild temperatures and relatively high precipitation throughout the year. Over the last decade, Bradford has seen a significant warming trend, with high temperatures increasing by 0.77°C (1.39°F) and low temperatures by 0.60°C (1.08°F). These changes are more pronounced than the all-time trends, which show a warming of 0.16°C (0.29°F) for highs and 0.12°C (0.22°F) for lows. This suggests an acceleration in temperature rise, aligning with the United Kingdom's broader climate patterns.
Temperature Extremes and Records
Bradford's absolute temperature records highlight the city's capacity for extremes, with a maximum of 33.9°C (93.0°F) and a minimum of -13.9°C (7.0°F). These records underscore the variability within the temperate climate, influenced by both its inland geography and elevation. The city is shielded from the more extreme coastal weather patterns, yet it still experiences significant temperature fluctuations.
Precipitation Patterns and PCI Insights
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Bradford has seen a slight decrease from a baseline of 10.67 to a current value of 10.10. This indicates a more even distribution of rainfall events, which could be beneficial for agriculture and water management. A PCI value under 10 is considered very even, suggesting that Bradford's precipitation is becoming less concentrated in intense events, which could mitigate flood risks and benefit local ecosystems.
Regional Climate Context and Implications
The warming trends observed in Bradford are consistent with the UK's national climate goals, which aim to mitigate the impacts of climate change through emissions reductions and sustainable practices. The city's climate data provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of these initiatives. Recent weather events, such as unseasonably warm winters and wetter summers, reflect the ongoing shifts in regional climate patterns. As Bradford continues to adapt to these changes, understanding the local climate dynamics becomes crucial for informed decision-making and policy development.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: +0.91 °C/decade
Low: +0.77 °C/decade
Rain: -0.58 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.27 °C/decade
Low: +0.17 °C/decade
Rain: -0.12 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.42 °C/decade
Low: +0.33 °C/decade
Rain: +0.05 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +0.15 °C/decade
Low: +0.12 °C/decade
Rain: +0.03 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 60.3%
This Year: 35.0%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 10.8
Historical Average: 11.0
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 90th percentile
Low: 86th percentile
Rain: 13th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: +2.1%
Low: -1.5%
Intraday: +14.7%
Data Coverage
84.2%
First Year of Data
1942
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 33.9 °C | — | -6.0 °C | 27.5 °C | — | -7.5 °C | 19.3 °C | — | -13.9 °C | 58.8 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 14.6 °C | 6.1 °C | -6.0 °C | 12.0 °C | 2.9 °C | -7.5 °C | 9.9 °C | 0.9 °C | -13.9 °C | 58.8 mm | 2.8 mm | — | — |
| February | 18.4 °C | 6.5 °C | -3.9 °C | 12.7 °C | 3.2 °C | -5.7 °C | 11.4 °C | 1.0 °C | -11.7 °C | 40.1 mm | 2.5 mm | — | — |
| March | 21.7 °C | 8.7 °C | -1.7 °C | 13.5 °C | 4.8 °C | -3.8 °C | 12.6 °C | 2.2 °C | -11.1 °C | 51.1 mm | 2.1 mm | — | — |
| April | 24.8 °C | 11.5 °C | 1.3 °C | 17.2 °C | 6.9 °C | -0.0 °C | 13.6 °C | 3.9 °C | -10.6 °C | 42.7 mm | 2.0 mm | — | — |
| May | 28.3 °C | 15.1 °C | 6.1 °C | 19.6 °C | 10.1 °C | 3.0 °C | 15.0 °C | 6.7 °C | -3.0 °C | 54.6 mm | 2.1 mm | — | — |
| June | 31.1 °C | 17.9 °C | 8.9 °C | 22.6 °C | 13.0 °C | 6.1 °C | 18.4 °C | 9.6 °C | 0.6 °C | 42.4 mm | 2.2 mm | — | — |
| July | 33.9 °C | 19.6 °C | 10.6 °C | 27.5 °C | 15.0 °C | 9.0 °C | 19.3 °C | 11.7 °C | 4.4 °C | 56.0 mm | 2.4 mm | — | — |
| August | 32.2 °C | 19.1 °C | 11.7 °C | 22.7 °C | 14.6 °C | 9.1 °C | 18.3 °C | 11.5 °C | 2.8 °C | 53.6 mm | 2.7 mm | — | — |
| September | 27.7 °C | 16.5 °C | 6.7 °C | 21.8 °C | 12.2 °C | 5.3 °C | 18.3 °C | 9.6 °C | -0.6 °C | 58.3 mm | 2.5 mm | — | — |
| October | 25.0 °C | 12.8 °C | 3.3 °C | 19.8 °C | 9.1 °C | -0.4 °C | 16.5 °C | 6.7 °C | -5.6 °C | 51.8 mm | 2.7 mm | — | — |
| November | 18.9 °C | 8.8 °C | -2.8 °C | 14.5 °C | 5.7 °C | -3.0 °C | 13.3 °C | 3.4 °C | -7.8 °C | 48.4 mm | 3.0 mm | — | — |
| December | 15.8 °C | 6.9 °C | -4.1 °C | 13.5 °C | 3.7 °C | -7.3 °C | 12.4 °C | 1.7 °C | -13.1 °C | 43.9 mm | 2.9 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
