Weather & Climate in Essington, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Essington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The area receives 7.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 600 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
60°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 234.4 sq mi (607.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6291°N, 2.0577°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
58 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Feb 27, 2008 | 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom | M4.8 | 144 km | 18 km |
| Sep 22, 2002 | 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom | M4.8 | 14 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 72 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 95 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 2001 | 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom | M4.2 | 84 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 49 km | 13 km |
| Feb 14, 2005 | 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 91 km | 3 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 51 km | 10 km |
| Oct 24, 2002 | 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 96 km | 4 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 94 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 1990 | 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 83 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Oct 22, 2002 | 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 94 km | 4 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 132 km | 8 km |
| Mar 17, 1994 | 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2014 | 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 90 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.9 in |
Essington has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.5").