Southend-on-Sea Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Southend-on-Sea’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United Kingdom.
Monthly Temperature Averages
In Southend-on-Sea, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in August to a chilly 9°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 4°C in February.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Southend-on-Sea by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect. August, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 205 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 63 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. It records 78 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in the United Kingdom Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Southend-on-Sea Temperatures Compared World Wide
Southend-on-Sea’s average annual maximum temperature is 15°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In contrast, in Oslo, Norway, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Southend-on-Sea’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Southend-on-Sea climate page.
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