Somerset travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Somerset with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Somerset.

Somerset travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Somerset with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Somerset - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Pound Sterling
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left
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Somerset weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °F
43°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Norwich43
43°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Norwich43
48°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Norwich48
52°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Norwich52
59°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Norwich59
66°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Norwich66
70°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Norwich70
70°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Norwich70
64°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Norwich64
59°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Norwich59
50°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Norwich50
45°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Norwich45
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
19 days with some rainfall in January in Norwich19
15 days with some rainfall in February in Norwich15
17 days with some rainfall in March in Norwich17
15 days with some rainfall in April in Norwich15
14 days with some rainfall in May in Norwich14
13 days with some rainfall in June in Norwich13
12 days with some rainfall in July in Norwich12
13 days with some rainfall in August in Norwich13
13 days with some rainfall in September in Norwich13
15 days with some rainfall in October in Norwich15
19 days with some rainfall in November in Norwich19
18 days with some rainfall in December in Norwich18

The Somerset weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Norwich.

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Somerset travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Somerset from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Somerset.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Somerset travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Somerset with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Somerset, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Somerset travel features

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Somerset FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Somerset including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

What is the time difference between Somerset and the UK?

The time difference between Somerset and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Somerset?

The main language spoken in Somerset is English.

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What is the currency in Somerset?

The currency in Somerset is the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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Which plugs are used in Somerset?

Somerset uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Somerset?

They drive on the left side of the road in Somerset.

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