Workington, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Workington is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 25,448. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°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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People
Climate
| Population | 25,448 |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.6425°, -3.5441° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.3 inches (1,074 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Workington
Workington is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 25,448. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Workington
Workington has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (16°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1323 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.6425°N, 3.5441°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
Workington has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and May the driest (2.4").
Colleges & Universities in Workington
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes College | College | - | , |
| UCLan Westlakes Campus | University | - | , |
Schools in Workington
14 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Workington Academy | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Catholic High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ashfield Infant & Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Ashfield Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Westfield Nursery and Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Gregory's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Michael's Nursery and Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Northside Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Victoria Infant and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Seaton Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Seaton St. Paul's CofE Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Branthwaite Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Workington
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HearMe - 60s Rock | 60s rock, 60’s rock | MP3 | |
| Bay Trust Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Alive Radio 107.3 | dance, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Workington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fleming Square | ||||
| Helena Thompson Museum | ||||
| JB Banks Ironmongers | ||||
| Maryport Maritime Museum | ||||
| Senhouse Roman Museum | ||||
| The Beacon Museum | ||||
| The Rum Story | ||||
| Toy Soldier Museum | ||||
| West Cumberland Railway Museum |
Libraries in Workington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleator Moor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cockermouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Egremont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Frizington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gosforth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maryport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richmond Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seascale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seaton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitehaven Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Workington
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Workington
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Workington
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Workington
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Workington
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Workington
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Workington
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Workington
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Workington
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Workington
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Workington
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Workington
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Workington
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Workington
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Workington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennerdale Brewery | ||||
| Jennings Brewery | ||||
| Taylor's Blackbeck Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Workington
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Workington
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barrow Walney Island Airport | BWF | Medium Airport |
| Carlisle Lake District Airport | CAX | Medium Airport |
| Berrier Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cark airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cockerham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falgunzeon Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkbride Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lennox Plunton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middleton Sands Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| Moss Edge Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pilling Sands Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field) | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Workington
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Moorclose Estate Post Office | |
| Seaton Post Office | |
| Workington Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Workington
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Recovery Steps Cumbria |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Workington
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Central | |
| Evangelical Baptist Church | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Kingdom Hall Of Jehova's Witness | |
| Moss Bay Gospel | |
| St Gregory's | |
| St John | |
| St Mary | |
| St Michael's | |
| St Paul's | |
| St Peter's Camerton |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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Workington has a population of 25,448 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
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Workington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches.
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