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Weather & Climate in Gloucester, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gloucester 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. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. The area receives 4.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 13.3 sq mi (34.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,941/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.8657°N, 2.2431°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
49 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 | 73 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 71 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2018 | 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 112 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 | 63 km | 13 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 109 km | 10 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 100 km | 7 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 100 km | 7 km |
| Mar 17, 1994 | 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 72 km | 8 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2014 | 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 140 km | 2 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 67 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Gloucester has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and July the driest (1.8").