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Weather & Climate in Stroud, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Stroud 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 272 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 | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 237.1 sq mi (614.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.7500°N, 2.2000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
52 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 | 86 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 83 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 2018 | 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom | M4.3 | 114 km | 12 km |
| Feb 20, 2014 | 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom | M4.1 | 142 km | 3 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 71 km | 13 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 148 km | 3 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 91 km | 7 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 91 km | 7 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2014 | 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 147 km | 2 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 73 km | 8 km |
| Mar 17, 1994 | 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 64 km | 14 km |
| Jun 16, 1991 | 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 93 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 | — | 150 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
Stroud has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (2.0").