Lyme Regis, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Lyme Regis is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,742. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°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 Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis is a town in west Dorset, England, 25 miles (40 km) west of Dorchester and east of Exeter. Sometimes dubbed the "Pearl of Dorset", it lies by the English Channel at the Dorset–Devon border. It has noted fossils in cliffs and beaches on the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site and heritage coast. The harbour wall, known as The Cobb, appears in Jane Austen's novel Persuasion, the John Fowles novel The French Lieutenant's Woman and the 1981 film of that name, partly shot in the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,742 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.7265°, -2.9348° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.7 inches (933 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,742. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.7265°N, 2.9348°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 | - | 26 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Lyme Regis has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.3").
Schools in Lyme Regis
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodroffe School | - | - | - | - |
| St Michael's CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mrs Ethelston's CofE Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lyme Regis
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rage FM | drum and bass, hardcore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sid Valley Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe | community radio, somerset | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lyme Regis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axe Valley Heritage Museum | ||||
| Axminster Museum | ||||
| Beaminster Museum | ||||
| Bridport Museum | ||||
| Chard Museum | ||||
| Colyton Heritage Centre | ||||
| Crewkerne Museum | ||||
| Dinosaurland Fossil Museum | ||||
| Lyme Regis Museum | ||||
| Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum | ||||
| Motoring Memories | ||||
| Perry's Cider Mill | ||||
| Town Mill | ||||
| Upottery Airfield Nissen Hut Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Lyme Regis
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burton Bradstock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charmouth library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colyton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crewkerne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ilminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyme Regis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seaton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Petherton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lyme Regis
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Market And Bakery | |||||
| The Customs House |
Hotels in Lyme Regis
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lyme Regis
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lyme Regis
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lyme Regis
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Lyme Regis
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Lyme Regis
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lyme Regis
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lyme Regis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branscombe Vale Brewery | ||||
| Haye Farm Brewery | ||||
| Lyme Regis Brewery | ||||
| Otter Brewery | ||||
| Palmer's Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Lyme Regis
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lyme Regis
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Avon Lane Airfield | - | Small 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 |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charmy Down Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garston Farm Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon 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 |
| New Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Norton Malreward Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rookery Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wraxall private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wadswick Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Warren Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lyme Regis
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lyme Regis Post Office | |
| Uplyme Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Lyme Regis
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Dorset and East Devon Coast | Natural | 2001 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lyme Regis
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethany Chapel | |
| Lyme Regis Baptist Church | |
| St Michael and St George | |
| St Michael the Archangel | |
| St Peter and St Paul |
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UFO Sightings Near Lyme Regis
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Lyme Regis.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Uplyme (uk/england) | 2010 | strange light seen over shapwick area in uplyme uk |
| Lyme regis (uk/england), TN | 2006 | an amazing crafts with very bright lights and high speed |
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What is the population of Lyme Regis?
Lyme Regis has a population of 3,742 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 Lyme Regis?
Lyme Regis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.
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