Somerset Bridge
Sandys Parish, Bermuda
Somerset Bridge is a road bridge and drawbridge located in Sandys Parish, Bermuda. Opened in 1620, it is one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The bridge is located 9 km from Hamilton. Visitors arriving by air can use L.F. Wade International Airport, which is 21 km away. Temperatures are mildest from May to November, with averages ranging from 21 °C to 26 °C. Rainfall is consistent throughout the year, with the highest precipitation occurring in August, September, and October. Visitors may encounter wet conditions during these months, while drier conditions are generally more common in April and May.
Travellers can combine a trip to the bridge with nearby locations such as Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, located 4.9 km away, or the Royal Naval Dockyard, which is 6.7 km away. Other nearby points of interest include the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Spittal Pond Nature Reserve, and Crystal Cave.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, averaging 26 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 18 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 20 |
| Rainfall, mm | 136 | 124 | 126 | 114 | 108 | 112 | 128 | 166 | 153 | 174 | 109 | 124 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 13 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
