Weather & Climate in Witney, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Witney 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 37.8 inches. The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 260.7 sq mi (675.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.7836°N, 1.4854°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
49 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 | 94 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 1990 | 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom | M4.7 | 118 km | 18 km |
| Oct 25, 1999 | 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom | M4.5 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 2001 | 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom | M4.2 | 126 km | 12 km |
| Sep 23, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom | M4.0 | 56 km | 13 km |
| Mar 7, 1996 | 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 2015 | 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 117 km | 3 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 129 km | 7 km |
| May 12, 1994 | 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom | M3.7 | 28 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2022 | 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 129 km | 7 km |
| Jan 1, 1994 | Wales-England region, United Kingdom | M3.6 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Oct 10, 2001 | 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2002 | 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 122 km | 8 km |
| Apr 18, 2014 | 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 116 km | 2 km |
| Jun 20, 2002 | 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 113 km | 14 km |
| Feb 24, 2023 | 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Feb 17, 1992 | 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom | M3.4 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Jan 29, 2004 | 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 129 km | 7 km |
| Jul 30, 1999 | 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom | M3.3 | 119 km | 6 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 | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
Witney has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and July the driest (1.7").