Geography of England
Geography of England: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of England
Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites is 86 mi to the south, Stonehenge is 86 mi to the south, South Wales is 105 mi to the south-west and Cardiff is 105 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 52°21′19.8″N 1°10′27.5″W (52.3555, -1.1743)
Quick facts about England
| Type | Constituent country |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°21′19.8″N 1°10′27.5″W (52.3555, -1.1743) |
| Capital | London |
| Population | 57.100.000 |
| Area | 50.301 sq mi |
| Time zone | Europe/London |
| Local time | 12:14 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by county in England
17 counties mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in England
3 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
England is a constituent country in United Kingdom. England is a constituent country of the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 57.1 million. The capital is London.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in England with partly cloudy. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 46°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.4/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit England is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 68 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake District National Park, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum and Tower of London.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is in line with the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in England today at 7.9/10. Gusts to 44 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in England month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43° | 34° | 3,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 38° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 38° | 1,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 57° | 41° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 64° | 48° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 53° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 73° | 56° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 73° | 56° | 1,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 65° | 51° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 47° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 40° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is England?
England is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 52.3555, -1.1743. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in England right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 83% and wind is 21 mph.
When is the best time to visit England?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in England, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is England in?
England observes Europe/London (UTC+00:00). The local time is 12:14 AM.
How many people live in England?
England has a population of approximately 57.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to England?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 68 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 93 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 225 mi away.
What are the top things to do in England?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London, River Thames and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
What places are in England?
England covers 20 places in this atlas, including Cornwall, Cumbria, Devon, Dorset, Greater London and Greater Manchester.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 12:14 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
