Weather & Climate in Wantage, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wantage 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. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Area | 261.3 sq mi (676.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.5885°N, 1.4257°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
44 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 | 115 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 134 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 2001 | 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom | M4.2 | 145 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 78 km | 13 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 136 km | 3 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 121 km | 7 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 50 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 121 km | 7 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2014 | 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 135 km | 2 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 114 km | 14 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 1992 | 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Mar 4, 1990 | 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 121 km | 7 km |
| Jul 30, 1999 | 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 123 km | 6 km |
| Jun 16, 1991 | 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 146 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Wantage has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (1.7").