Weather & Climate in Burbage, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Burbage experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 545 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 545 ft (166 m) |
| Area | 1,296.5 sq mi (3,357.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.3518°N, 1.6709°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
37 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 | 134 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 140 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 103 km | 13 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 96 km | 7 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 96 km | 7 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 116 km | 8 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 101 km | 14 km |
| Sep 23, 1992 | 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 2019 | 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 96 km | 7 km |
| Sep 9, 1995 | 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 1999 | 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 112 km | 6 km |
| Jun 16, 1991 | 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 2002 | 3 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 134 km | 9 km |
| Sep 17, 1993 | 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 120 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 | - | 133 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
Burbage has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (1.9").