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Weather & Climate in Downton, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Downton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The area receives 11.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 692 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| Area | 1,309.3 sq mi (3,391.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.3667°N, 2.8333°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
66 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 | 49 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 12 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Feb 17, 2018 | 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 100 km | 12 km |
| Oct 28, 2001 | 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom | M4.2 | 144 km | 12 km |
| Feb 20, 2014 | 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom | M4.1 | 144 km | 3 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 84 km | 13 km |
| May 29, 2013 | 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 47 km | 10 km |
| Oct 24, 2002 | 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 132 km | 4 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 149 km | 3 km |
| Feb 14, 2005 | 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 142 km | 7 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 142 km | 7 km |
| Feb 8, 1990 | 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 142 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 59 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.7 in |
Downton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (2.0").