Weather & Climate in Blagdon, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Blagdon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 13.4 sq mi (34.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 85/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.3269°N, 2.7173°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
40 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 | 138 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 111 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2018 | 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 90 km | 12 km |
| Feb 20, 2014 | 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom | M4.1 | 101 km | 3 km |
| May 31, 2001 | 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 142 km | 29 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 131 km | 13 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 32 km | 7 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 32 km | 7 km |
| Mar 17, 1994 | 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 56 km | 8 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 42 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 37 km | 14 km |
| Sep 23, 1992 | 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Sep 9, 1995 | 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 32 km | 7 km |
| Jun 16, 1991 | 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 114 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
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 | - | 94 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
Blagdon has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.2").