Last updated: March 2, 2024
Under the Köppen–Geiger climate classification Somerton features a oceanic climate (Cfb). Temperatures typically range between 5 °C (41 °F) and 18 °C (65 °F) through the year, but rarely can drop to -6 °C (21 °F) or can rise to as high as 36 °C (97 °F). The average annual precipitation amounts to about 768 mm (30.2 inches) and receives 140 rainy days on the 1 mm (0.04 inches) threshold annually. Somerton enjoys an average of 2960 hours of sunshine throughout the year, and daylight varies from 7 hours 49 minutes to 16 hours 37 minutes per day.
The warmest months in Somerton are June, July and August, with daily mean temperatures ranging from 16 to 18 °C (61 - 65 °F) throughout the day. The coldest temperatures usually occur in January, February and December, when daily mean temperatures range from 5 to 6 °C (41 - 43 °F) throughout the day. On average each year, Somerton experiences 13 days above 25 °C (77.0 °F) and 26 days below 0 °C (32.0 °F).
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum | 14°C (58°F) |
18°C (65°F) |
21°C (71°F) |
26°C (78°F) |
26°C (79°F) |
31°C (88°F) |
36°C (97°F) |
34°C (93°F) |
29°C (85°F) |
23°C (73°F) |
17°C (62°F) |
14°C (58°F) |
| Mean maximum | 12°C (54°F) |
14°C (58°F) |
17°C (63°F) |
22°C (72°F) |
23°C (74°F) |
26°C (80°F) |
30°C (86°F) |
28°C (83°F) |
25°C (78°F) |
19°C (66°F) |
15°C (59°F) |
13°C (55°F) |
| Average high | 7°C (45°F) |
9°C (48°F) |
10°C (51°F) |
13°C (56°F) |
17°C (62°F) |
20°C (68°F) |
22°C (72°F) |
21°C (70°F) |
19°C (66°F) |
14°C (58°F) |
10°C (51°F) |
8°C (47°F) |
| Daily mean | 5°C (41°F) |
6°C (43°F) |
7°C (45°F) |
9°C (49°F) |
12°C (54°F) |
16°C (61°F) |
18°C (65°F) |
17°C (63°F) |
15°C (58°F) |
11°C (52°F) |
8°C (46°F) |
6°C (43°F) |
| Average low | 2°C (36°F) |
3°C (37°F) |
4°C (39°F) |
5°C (41°F) |
8°C (46°F) |
12°C (53°F) |
14°C (57°F) |
13°C (56°F) |
11°C (51°F) |
8°C (47°F) |
5°C (41°F) |
4°C (39°F) |
| Mean minimum | -3°C (27°F) |
-3°C (27°F) |
-1°C (30°F) |
-1°C (31°F) |
1°C (34°F) |
7°C (45°F) |
10°C (50°F) |
9°C (48°F) |
5°C (41°F) |
2°C (36°F) |
-1°C (30°F) |
-2°C (28°F) |
| Minimum | -4°C (25°F) |
-6°C (22°F) |
-6°C (21°F) |
-3°C (27°F) |
-0°C (32°F) |
6°C (43°F) |
7°C (44°F) |
7°C (46°F) |
3°C (37°F) |
-0°C (32°F) |
-3°C (28°F) |
-6°C (22°F) |
Compare temperature, precipitation, sunshine, UV index in Somerton, England, United Kingdom with other places around the world.
Somerton usually has the most precipitation in June, October and December, with an average of 13 rainy days and 82 mm (3.2 inches) of precipitation per month. The driest months in Somerton are January, February and April. On average, 47 mm (1.9 inches) of precipitation falls during these months.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 52 (2.1) | 51 (2.0) | 62 (2.4) | 38 (1.5) | 65 (2.6) | 73 (2.9) | 67 (2.6) | 71 (2.8) | 56 (2.2) | 92 (3.6) | 59 (2.3) | 82 (3.2) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 1 mm) | 10 | 11 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 13 | 12 | 15 |
The sunniest months in Somerton are May, June and July, when the sun shines an average of 12 hours 13 minutes a day. Least sunny months in Somerton: January, November and December receive an average of 3 hours 35 minutes of sunshine daily.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 91 | 145 | 197 | 300 | 377 | 360 | 387 | 344 | 287 | 229 | 133 | 105 |
| Mean daily daylight hours | 8h 20m | 9h 56m | 11h 54m | 13h 56m | 15h 42m | 16h 37m | 16h 8m | 14h 32m | 12h 35m | 10h 35m | 8h 46m | 7h 49m |
Somerton experiences the highest level of ultraviolet (UV) radiation in June, July and August, when the maximum UV index can reach values of 7 - 8, which corresponds to the High / Very High category of sun exposure. January, February and December are in the Low exposure category. In these months, the maximum values of the UV index do not exceed 2. For more detailed information, check out our hourly Somerton UV Index data.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UV Index (month maximum) | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
Discover in-depth weather details for every month in Somerton. Click through the links below for comprehensive overviews of temperature trends, precipitation levels, sunshine hours, and solar UV radiation specifics. Whether planning a visit or simply curious about Somerton's climate nuances, these monthly breakdowns provide the information you need for an informed understanding of what to expect throughout the year.
Each link leads to a detailed account of the typical weather conditions for that month, providing both locals and tourists with vital information to plan their daily activities, wardrobe, and travel itineraries accordingly.