Wembury, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Wembury is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,862. Elevation: 233 ft (71 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

2,862 Population 70/sq mi density
233 ft Elevation 71 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Wembury

Wembury

Wembury is a village on the south coast of Devon, England, very close to Plymouth Sound. Wembury is located south of Plymouth. Wembury is also the name of the peninsula in which the village is situated. The village lies in the administrative district of the South Hams within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The South West Coast Path goes past the coastal end of the town. The National Trust has taken an active role in maintaining the scenic and historic characteristics of the village and its surrounding area

People

Population2,862
Density70/mi²
Veterans6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Population2,862
Population Density70 / sq mi
Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Coordinates50.3227°, -4.0753°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (996 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Wembury

Wembury is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,862. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Wembury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area41.1 sq mi (106.4 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates50.3227°N, 4.0753°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Feb 20, 2014.

Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 118 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 116 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 86 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 115 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 43 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 115 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 117 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 150 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 78 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 115 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 46 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 112 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 19 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 107 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 105 km
Jun 16, 1991 17 km SSW of Wembury, United Kingdom M2.8 18 km
May 31, 1998 38 km WNW of Northam, United Kingdom M2.8 106 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 140 km
Jun 23, 2011 4 km WSW of Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom M2.7 37 km
Apr 2, 2000 33 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.7 103 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 - 79 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.6 in
February 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.3 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.0 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
December 45°F (7°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Wembury has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Wembury

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wembury Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wembury

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon - UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Soundart Radio diy, experimental MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Wembury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Callington Heritage Centre
Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre
Dartmoor Prison Museum
Devonport Naval Heritage Centre
H. Elliott
Mayflower Museum
Mt Edgcumbe Railway & Model Society
Plym Valley Railway
Saltash Heritage Museum
Tavistock Museum
The Box
The Box (St Luke's)

Libraries in Wembury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Charles Seale-Hayne Library0.0
Crownhill Library0.0
Devonport (St Aubyn) Library0.0
Efford Library0.0
Ernesettle Library0.0
Ernesettle Library0.0
Estover Library0.0
Estover Library0.0
Peverell Library0.0
Plymouth Proprietary Library0.0
Plympton Library0.0
Plymstock Library0.0
Plymstock School Library0.0
Princetown Public Library0.0
Saltash Library0.0
St Budeaux Library0.0
Tavistock Library0.0
Torpoint Library0.0
Tothill Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wembury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plymouth City Market
Tavistock Livestock Market
Tavistock Pannier Market
The Clipper
The House That Jack Built
The Plot

Hotels in Wembury

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Langdon Court Manor

Cafes in Wembury

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Bovisands
The Old Mill

Breweries in Wembury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bere Brewery
Dartmoor Brewery
Heathen Soul Brewery
Noss Beer Works
Roam Brewery & Taproom
Roam Brewery & Taproom
Stannary Brewing Company & Taproom
Steel Brew Co & Taproom
Steel Brew Co & Taproom
Summerskills Brewery
Summerskills Brewery
TQ Beerworks Ltd

Stadiums & Teams in Wembury

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Airports Near Wembury

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Bodmin Airfield-Small Airport
Bolt Head Airfield-Small Airport
Brent Tor Glider Field-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Eggesford Airfield-Small Airport
Gorrel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Halwell Airstrip-Small Airport
Hunsdon Lea Airstrip-Small Airport
Marldon Airstrip-Small Airport
RAF Davidstow Moor-Small Airport
Roche Barton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
St Mellion Airstrip-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Tinnel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Well Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westacott Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westover Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wembury

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Down Thomas Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wembury

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Endeavour Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wembury

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Werburgh

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Shipwrecks
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Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Shipwrecks Near Wembury

1 documented shipwrecks found near Wembury.

Name Year Description
HMT Elk - A former fishing trawler sunk by a mine off Plymouth.

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 Wembury?

Wembury has a population of 2,862 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 41.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wembury?

Wembury 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 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.

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