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Weather & Climate in Pwllheli, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pwllheli experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 210.6 sq mi (545.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,932/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.8899°N, 4.4145°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
19 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 116 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2018 | 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 135 km | 12 km |
| May 29, 2013 | 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 20 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Feb 14, 2005 | 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 56 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 1994 | 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Jul 29, 1992 | 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 30 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Sep 1, 1999 | 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Feb 10, 1994 | 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 42 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 1991 | 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Aug 25, 2013 | 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 130 km | 8 km |
| Sep 17, 1993 | 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| May 26, 2015 | 6 km WSW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 26 km | 9 km |
| Jun 26, 2013 | 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 21 km | 8 km |
| May 6, 1996 | 2 km NNW of Basford, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1998 | 1 km WSW of Y Felinheli, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 35 km | 12 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in |
Pwllheli has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.3").