Geography of Merseyside
Geography of Merseyside: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Merseyside
Manchester is 31 mi to the east, Greater Manchester is 31 mi to the east, Lancashire is 32 mi to the north-east and Snowdonia National Park is 53 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 53°24′30.2″N 2°59′29.8″W (53.4084, -2.9916)
Quick facts about Merseyside
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | England |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 53°24′30.2″N 2°59′29.8″W (53.4084, -2.9916) |
| Population | 1.420.000 |
| Local time | 1:45 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by city in Merseyside
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Merseyside is a county in England. Merseyside is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 1.4 million.
Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in Merseyside with overcast. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 59°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Merseyside is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 135 mi away. Nearby highlights include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and Stonehenge.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 6.1°F above the 68°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Merseyside today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Merseyside 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 | 44° | 36° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 40° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 43° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 64° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 66° | 55° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 69° | 58° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 68° | 57° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 53° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 58° | 49° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Merseyside?
Merseyside is a county in England. Its coordinates are 53.4084, -2.9916. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Merseyside right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 57% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Merseyside?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Merseyside, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Merseyside in?
Merseyside observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:45 PM.
How many people live in Merseyside?
Merseyside has a population of approximately 1.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Merseyside?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 135 mi away, London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 171 mi away and London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 196 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Merseyside?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, Stonehenge, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
What places are in Merseyside?
Merseyside covers 1 places in this atlas, including Liverpool.
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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 August 25, 2026 at 1:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
