Southampton
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Southampton
State/Province: England
Country: United Kingdom

Southampton by the Numbers:
Elevation: 30 feet
Population: 246,000
Average January temp: 5 degrees C ( 42 degrees F )
Average July temp: 17 degrees C ( 64 degrees F )
Average number of days with precipitation: 225

Quick Facts:
Time zone: GMT
Electricity: 240 volts AC, 50Hz; square three-pin plugs are standard
Country dialing code: 44

Did you know?
Southampton has a significant maritime history as a major port of England, especially for passenger ships. The Pilgrims sailed from here on the Mayflower and the Titanic departed from the port as well. There are memorials for both ships in the city.

Orientation:
Southampton is a borough of south-central England located on an inlet of the English Channel opposite the Isle of Wight. Southampton is situated 75 miles from London and 21 miles from the Channel ports.