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Weather & Climate in Midsomer Norton, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Midsomer Norton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 138.8 sq mi (359.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 75/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.2857°N, 2.4859°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
39 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 | 139 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 119 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2018 | 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 107 km | 12 km |
| Feb 20, 2014 | 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom | M4.1 | 117 km | 3 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 126 km | 13 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 41 km | 7 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 41 km | 7 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 70 km | 8 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 52 km | 14 km |
| Jun 16, 1991 | 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 1999 | 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 67 km | 6 km |
| Sep 9, 1995 | 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 1992 | 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 41 km | 7 km |
| Oct 16, 1997 | 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 113 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 | — | 95 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
Midsomer Norton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (2.1").