Weather & Climate in Lichfield, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lichfield 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 285 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 | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,022/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6815°N, 1.8255°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
55 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 | 28 km | 9 km |
| Feb 27, 2008 | 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom | M4.8 | 128 km | 18 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 89 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Oct 28, 2001 | 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom | M4.2 | 68 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 47 km | 13 km |
| Oct 24, 2002 | 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 92 km | 4 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 75 km | 3 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Oct 21, 2002 | 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Feb 8, 1990 | 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 68 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2014 | 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 74 km | 2 km |
| Oct 22, 2002 | 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 91 km | 4 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Mar 17, 1994 | 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Feb 29, 2004 | 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 99 km | 12 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in |
Lichfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.8").