Fortuneswell, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Fortuneswell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,381. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Fortuneswell
Fortuneswell is a village in Underhill on the Isle of Portland, in Dorset, England. It lies on steeply sloping land on the northern edge of the island, known as Underhill, where Chesil Beach connects the island to the mainland. Adjoining Fortuneswell are Chiswell to the west and Castletown to the north. Fortuneswell occupies the steeper land above sea level, whereas Chiswell and Castletown occupy flat land close to sea level, next to Chesil Beach and Portland Harbour respectively. Fortuneswell has a main shopping street, and along with Easton, is the main hub of the island's activities.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,381 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5603°, -2.4424° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fortuneswell
Fortuneswell is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,381. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5603°N, 2.4424°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 40 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in |
Fortuneswell has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Fortuneswell
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenbury Infant School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fortuneswell
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtra Hot | bournemouth, community | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Hot Gold | 70s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Wimborne | community radio station | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Alfred | community news | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Fortuneswell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castletown D-Day Centre | ||||
| Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| Dorset Museum | ||||
| Mill House Cider Museum | ||||
| Nothe Fort | ||||
| Portland Museum | ||||
| Terracotta Warriors Museum | ||||
| The Keep Military Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| The Tutankhamun Exhibition | ||||
| Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum | ||||
| Tudor House | ||||
| Weymouth Museum | ||||
| Weymouth Museum |
Libraries in Fortuneswell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickerell Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crossways Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Littlemoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Puddletown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tank Museum Library and Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| Weymouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wool Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fortuneswell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Market |
Hotels in Fortuneswell
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fortuneswell
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Fortuneswell
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Fortuneswell
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fortuneswell
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Fortuneswell
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fortuneswell
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fortuneswell
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fortuneswell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Piddle Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Fortuneswell
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Fortuneswell
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| South Wilts Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Fortuneswell
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| MoD Boscombe Down | - | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerchalke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerswaine Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Edington Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melbury Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Chinnock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Netheravon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Newton Peveril Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Old Sarum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ranston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spire-View Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Upavon Aerodrome | UPV | Small Airport |
| Warren Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westonzoyland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wing Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Fortuneswell
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Reach West |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fortuneswell
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Church of Our Lady and Saint Andrew | |
| St George's | |
| St John The Baptist | |
| St Peter's Church | |
| Underhill Methodist Church | |
| United Reformed Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Fortuneswell?
Fortuneswell has a population of 3,381 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fortuneswell?
Fortuneswell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.
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