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Fern Down, England Temperature & Weather History

Dorset · England, United Kingdom · Climate data since 1981
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📍 50.8100°N, 1.9000°W
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Quick Climate Facts

(1981 – 2025)

Fern Down Climate Overview

Fern Down has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in July and drop to their lowest in February, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially during winter months, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️Avg HighAvg TempAvg LowRecord HighRecord LowHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January☔7.0°C4.4°C1.8°C13.3°C-9.8°C94%863.90.85
February🌨️7.5°C4.6°C1.7°C15.2°C-9.0°C92%623.91.61
March🌨️10.0°C6.4°C2.9°C18.5°C-6.3°C89%633.62.80
April🌨️12.8°C8.4°C4.1°C23.3°C-3.9°C85%573.24.44
May🌤️16.3°C11.7°C7.1°C24.9°C-0.9°C82%573.15.48
June🌤️19.4°C14.7°C10.0°C30.1°C1.7°C80%583.05.85
July☀️22.3°C17.3°C12.2°C34.6°C6.0°C76%583.15.65
August☀️22.3°C17.2°C12.2°C34.7°C5.7°C77%623.14.80
September🌤️19.5°C14.9°C10.2°C30.7°C3.1°C81%633.23.46
October☔15.0°C11.4°C7.8°C25.7°C-3.2°C88%923.51.96
November☔10.4°C7.6°C4.7°C17.2°C-4.9°C93%893.51.05
December☔7.8°C5.4°C3.0°C14.2°C-7.2°C95%943.80.65

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Fern Down Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Fern Down

February is Fern Down's coldest month, with average lows reaching 1.7°C. The coldest it has ever been that month is -9.0°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 2.2°C – 7.4°C

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Fern Down

Summer temperatures in Fern Down peak in July, with average highs of 22.3°C. The hottest it has ever been that month is 34.6°C.
🌡️July to September (avg) · 11.5°C – 21.4°C

🌤️ Conditions are ideal for outdoor activities throughout the day in this Mild Summer.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Fern Down

Fern Down sees its highest rainfall in December, receiving approximately 94 mm of precipitation.
🌧️October to December (avg) · up to 94 mm

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 1981–2025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Fern Down Monthly Temperature Guide

July is the hottest month in Fern Down, with average highs reaching 22.3°C, while February is the coldest with lows dropping to 1.7°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in July, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 1981–2025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Fern Down

December is the wettest month in Fern Down with about 94 mm, while May is the driest at 57 mm.

Rainfall is concentrated in the winter months. Humidity stays high (around 86%), peaking during winter months, which creates cold and damp conditions.

☔ Moderate Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 1981–2025

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:10.3°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:840 mm
Avg Humidity:86%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

Across 45 years of records, Fern Down's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. Its hottest day reached 34.6°C in August 1990, and its coldest dropped to -9.8°C in January 1987. 2022 was the warmest year overall and 1986 the coolest.

📅 Explore Fern Down Weather by Month

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Fern Down's recorded history was 2022 (avg: 11.7°C), while the coldest was 1986 (avg: 8.7°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Fern Down's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

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Average annual high/low · Last 30 years · °C

Fern Down's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 34.6°C in August 1990, while the lowest dropped to -9.8°C in January 1987.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

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Total annual precipitation · Last 30 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Fern Down shows noticeable variation. Rainfall varies year-to-year without a clear long-term trend.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
15.7°C11.5°C7.3°C32.7°C-3.4°C76284%3.3 m/s
2024
14.8°C11.1°C7.4°C30.8°C-4.5°C103888%3.3 m/s
2023
15.1°C11.3°C7.5°C30.7°C-4.0°C104487%3.4 m/s
2022 🔥
16.0°C11.7°C7.4°C34.6°C-5.2°C74583%3.3 m/s
2021
14.3°C10.4°C6.5°C29.5°C-4.2°C82386%3.2 m/s
2020
15.1°C11.1°C7.0°C34.0°C-2.7°C97185%3.7 m/s
2019
14.5°C10.6°C6.7°C30.8°C-4.5°C91986%3.3 m/s
2018
15.2°C11.0°C6.9°C31.2°C-5.7°C81184%3.3 m/s
2017
14.6°C10.7°C6.9°C30.4°C-3.7°C79586%3.4 m/s
2016
14.2°C10.4°C6.5°C28.9°C-3.0°C81587%3.3 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Fern Down?▼

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), July is typically the hottest month in Fern Down, England, with average high temperatures around 22.3°C.

What is the coldest month in Fern Down?▼

February is the coldest month in Fern Down, with average low temperatures around 1.7°C.

What is the rainiest month in Fern Down?▼

December receives the most rainfall with approximately 94 mm, while May is the driest with 57 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Fern Down?▼

The highest recorded temperature was 34.6°C in August 1990. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Fern Down?▼

The lowest recorded temperature was -9.8°C in January 1987.

How many years of data does this page cover?▼

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Fern Down get?▼

Fern Down receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 5.85 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in England.

Where does this weather data come from?▼

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 1981–2025
  • Years: 45