Amesbury, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Amesbury is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 12,995. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

12,995 Population
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population12,995
Veterans7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Population12,995
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates51.1751°, -1.7806°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,087 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (15 cm)

About Amesbury

Amesbury is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 12,995. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Amesbury

Amesbury has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18°C), the coldest is Jan (4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 924 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.3°C / 40°F -3.2° / 12° 75.5
Feb 6.3°C / 43°F -1.6° / 13.4° 82.9
Mar 7.1°C / 45°F -1.1° / 15.7° 77.2
Apr 8.7°C / 48°F -1.6° / 18.8° 52.0
May 12.2°C / 54°F 2.8° / 21.4° 56.3
Jun 15.5°C / 60°F 6.2° / 26.8° 57.7
Jul 17.8°C / 64°F 9.2° / 30° 61.0
Aug 18°C / 64°F 9.2° / 29.3° 56.7
Sep 15.7°C / 60°F 5.4° / 27.4° 74.1
Oct 12.1°C / 54°F 3.2° / 19.5° 127.9
Nov 8°C / 46°F -0.6° / 15.3° 97.2
Dec 6.2°C / 43°F -2° / 12.9° 105.7
Amesbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates51.1751°N, 1.7806°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 142 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 123 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 138 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 94 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 84 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 115 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 84 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 118 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 107 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 118 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 100 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 122 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 77 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 104 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 114 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 132 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 141 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 107 km
Jun 17, 1999 7 km NNE of Ross on Wye, United Kingdom M3.0 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m - 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Amesbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Amesbury

5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Amesbury Archer Primary School - - - -
Amesbury Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School - - - -
The Stonehenge School - - - -
Christ The King Catholic School - - - -
King's Gate Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Amesbury

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Serenade Radio easy listening MP3 192 kbps
Xtra Hot bournemouth, community MP3 160 kbps
Serenade Radio - MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Salisbury Plain - AAC+ 64 kbps
Bournemouth One pop AAC
Hot Gold 70s, 80s MP3 160 kbps
Isle of Wight Radio - MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Blandford - AAC+ 64 kbps
itisnow Radio - MP3 128 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
Frome FM 96.6 community radio, frome MP3 120 kbps
Grey Clay Radio ambient, dark ambient MP3 128 kbps
State of the Art Radio - MP3
Winchester Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Naim Radio classical, electronica OGG 160 kbps
Naim Jazz jazz OGG 128 kbps
Naim Classical classical, orchestral OGG 128 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Southampton Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Forest FM - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Amesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amesbury Aviation Heritage Centre
Amesbury History Centre
Army Flying Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Boscombe Down Aviation Collection
Breamore House and Countryside Museum
Crofton Pumping Station
Fordingbridge Museum
Kennet and Avon Canal Museum
Market Lavington Museum
Pewsey Heritage Centre
Ray Popes' Photo Musuem
Rockbourne Roman Villa
Salisbury Museum
Stonehenge Exhibitions
The Merchants House
The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum
The Rifles Museum
Wiltshire Heritage Museum
Wiltshire Museum

Libraries in Amesbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amesbury Library0.0
College Library0.0
Devizes Community Hub & Library0.0
Downton Library0.0
Fordingbridge Library0.0
Marlborough Library0.0
Netheravon Library0.0
Pewsey Library0.0
Salisbury Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Amesbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Planks Farm Shop
The Shambles Indoor Market

Hotels in Amesbury

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Antrobus Arms Hotel
Fairlawn House
The Antrobus Arms
The George Hotel
Travelodge Countess Services

Restaurants in Amesbury

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amesbury Tandoori
La Lupa
Piazza
Tandoori Nights

Cafes in Amesbury

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Evergreen Cafe
Miss Bubble
Reeves Cafe
Taste
The Friar Tuck Cafe

Dentists in Amesbury

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amesbury Dental Care

Gas Stations in Amesbury

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1271933831
Shell Countess Services
Tesco Pay-at-Pump Petrol Station

Banks in Amesbury

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank
Nationwide

Breweries in Amesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dark Revolution
Wayland's Sixpenny Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Amesbury

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Amesbury

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Amesbury

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down-Medium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Aston Down Airfield-Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Badminton Airfield-Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Batchley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club-Small Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bicester Airfield-Small Airport
Binstead Airfield-Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowden Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield-Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Calcot Airfield-Small Airport
Chalgrove Airfield-Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield-Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome-Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip-Small Airport
Cornbury House Airstrip-Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip-Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip-Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Amesbury

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Amesbury Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amesbury

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Amesbury Baptist Church
Amesbury Methodist Church
Christ the King
St Mary & St Melor

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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What is the population of Amesbury?

Amesbury has a population of 12,995 residents and is located in United Kingdom..

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Amesbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

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