Our verdict
The best time to visit Bellingham is March-May
In summer, the temperature in Bellingham can rise as high as 25℃ (76℉). The average low temperatures in winter float around 2℃ (35℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about -2℃ (29℉).
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Bellingham, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in July are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Bellingham in November – It’s the wettest month of the year.
Keep reading to find out more detailed information about the seasons and climate in Bellingham, as well as our favourite tools to help you find the best options for transport, accommodation, and much more.
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Bellingham seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Bellingham as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Bellingham is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Bellingham
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Bellingham for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Bellingham climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Bellingham for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Bellingham in January
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 45mm (2") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bellingham in February
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bellingham in March
- Average temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: 3℃ (38℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 45mm (2") over 17 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bellingham in April
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 42mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bellingham in May
- Average temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Bellingham in June
- Average temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 23mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Bellingham in July
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 14mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in July, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Bellingham in August
- Average temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average high temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 22 days
- Average rainfall: 16mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in August, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Bellingham in September
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 19℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Bellingham in October
- Average temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 50mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Bellingham in November
- Average temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 67mm (3") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Bellingham in December
- Average temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (35℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 49mm (2") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Bellingham in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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