Weather & Climate in Atherstone, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Atherstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. The area receives 8.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Area | 160.8 sq mi (416.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.5754°N, 1.5469°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
50 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Sep 22, 2002 | 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom | M4.8 | 41 km | 9 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom | M4.8 | 123 km | 18 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 102 km | 18 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 2001 | 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom | M4.2 | 55 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 33 km | 13 km |
| Oct 24, 2002 | 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 110 km | 4 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 59 km | 3 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 86 km | 10 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 105 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 1990 | 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2014 | 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 57 km | 2 km |
| Oct 22, 2002 | 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 108 km | 4 km |
| Mar 17, 1994 | 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 1992 | 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Feb 29, 2004 | 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 114 km | 12 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 1999 | 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 126 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
Atherstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.8").