Dinglewell

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Dinglewell
Colony
CountryEmpire of Pacifico
SettledEarly 13th Century (1226)
Established19 October 2024
Area
 • Total0.0643 km2 (0.0248 sq mi)
Population
 (2024)
 • Total0

Dinglewell, (Spanish: Dinglewell) is one of the seven colonies of the Empire of Pacifico. Bordered by no other colony, Dinglewell is the second colony by size at 0.0643 km². It has an elevation of 34-41 meters.[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8]

Dinglewell is situated in the southeastern most point of Pacifico, founded during October 2024, during a month in which no other territorial claims were made. In the colony, cricket reigns as the sport of choice, uniting the colony in both passion and tradition. The economy of Dinglewell is not diversified, depending entirely on the service sector.

History

Gloucester

Glevum, now Gloucester, was established by the Romans around AD 48 near the River Severn and Fosse Way. Initially, a Roman fort was set up, followed by a larger legionary fortress 20 years later. The Legion XX Valeria Victrix and later Legion II Augusta[9] were stationed there, with the latter playing a role in the invasion of Wales. Glevum became a Roman colonia in AD 97[10], thriving with new buildings, bathhouses, and mosaics. At its peak, Glevum had around 10,000 inhabitants, and the surrounding area became heavily Romanized with numerous villas.

By the end of the third century, the city's walls were reinforced, and the remnants of this Roman past can still be seen today in various sites like Gloucester’s East Gate and City Museum.

After the Romans left around AD 410, local tribes, like the Dobunni, regained influence. Gloucester later became part of Wessex and the Hwicce sub-kingdom. It became a Mercian territory and eventually joined Wessex in the late 9th century.

In the early Middle Ages, Gloucester grew in importance, with St. Peter's Abbey being founded in AD 681, which later became Gloucester Cathedral. The town flourished as a borough with a castle, mint, and religious shrines, such as one to St. Oswald.[11] By the 12th century, Gloucester's burgesses enjoyed privileges similar to those in London, and it became a hub for wool export, fishing, and craftsmanship. In 1216, King Henry III, aged only ten years, was crowned with a gilded iron ring in the Chapter House of Gloucester Cathedral.[12]

The city also played a pivotal role during the Anarchy and was home to influential figures like Robert, 1st Earl of Gloucester. It hosted multiple medieval parliaments under Richard II and Henry IV.

Empire of Pacifico

On 19 October 2024, the Empire of Pacifico formally extended its territorial ambitions by laying claim to the entire region that would later become known as the colony of Dinglewell. Before this, Dinglewell was a micronation nullius.[a]

Geography

Climate

Main article: Climate of Pacifico

Dinglewell is characterised by a temperate maritime climate, classified as Cfb according to the Köppen system.[13] This climate type is marked by moderate conditions, with winters that are generally mild and wet, and summers that are warm but not excessively hot. Throughout the year, temperatures typically remain below 22°C, influenced by westerly winds and the moderating effects of the North Atlantic Drift.

The average annual temperature across Dinglewell is recorded at 10.85°C. During the summer months, the temperature generally ranges between 18°C and 23°C. In contrast, the winter months see temperatures ranging from 2°C to 8°C. Frost is a relatively rare occurrence, happening on approximately 35.5 days each year, reflecting the overall mildness of the winter season.

In terms of precipitation, Dinglewell receives an average of 616.2 millimeters of rainfall annually. The region experiences higher humidity levels during the winter months, contributing to the frequent damp conditions typical of the season. Despite the relatively high levels of rainfall, Pacifico averages about 1,500 hours of sunlight each year, balancing the wet conditions with periods of sunshine.

The geography of Dinglewell contributes to notable climatic variations within the country. Coastal regions typically experience milder temperatures and higher humidity levels compared to the inland areas, where the climate can be slightly more variable. Inland regions, particularly those with higher elevations, tend to have cooler winter temperatures and receive more precipitation. These variations underscore the influence of both geographical location and topographical features on the overall climate of Dinglewell.

Climate data for Dinglewell
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °C (°F) 13
(55) 		17
(63) 		19
(66) 		24
(75) 		26
(79) 		29
(84) 		30
(86) 		31
(88) 		26
(79) 		25
(77) 		17
(63) 		14
(57) 		31
(88)
Average high °C (°F) 6.46
(43.63) 		7.42
(45.36) 		9.94
(49.89) 		12.99
(55.38) 		15.55
(59.99) 		18.24
(64.83) 		20.7
(69.3) 		19.94
(67.89) 		17.83
(64.09) 		13.99
(57.18) 		9.62
(49.32) 		7.41
(45.34) 		13.34
(56.01)
Daily mean °C (°F) 4.42
(39.96) 		5.05
(41.09) 		7.05
(44.69) 		10.03
(50.05) 		13.05
(55.49) 		15.87
(60.57) 		18.07
(64.53) 		17.25
(63.05) 		14.83
(58.69) 		11.46
(52.63) 		7.52
(45.54) 		5.58
(42.04) 		10.848
(51.527)
Average low °C (°F) 1.55
(34.79) 		1.73
(35.11) 		2.24
(36.03) 		3.93
(39.07) 		6.49
(43.68) 		6.49
(43.68) 		11.7
(53.1) 		11.88
(53.38) 		9.71
(49.48) 		7.71
(45.88) 		4.57
(40.23) 		2.87
(37.17) 		6.15
(43.07)
Record low °C (°F) -10
(14) 		-7
(19) 		-7
(19) 		-5
(23) 		-3
(27) 		1
(34) 		6
(43) 		0
(32) 		2
(36) 		-1
(30) 		-6
(21) 		-9
(16) 		−10
(14)
Average Precipitation mm (inches) 59.16
(2.3291) 		58.32
(2.2961) 		48.66
(1.9157) 		48.41
(1.9059) 		62.82
(2.4732) 		72.84
(2.8677) 		54.62
(2.1504) 		74.77
(2.9437) 		45.56
(1.7937) 		71.82
(2.8276) 		73.0
(2.874) 		69.49
(2.7358) 		61.62
(2.426)
Average relative humidity (%) 89.63 86.5 84.15 83.23 83.39 84.58 81.04 81.66 83.27 86.91 89.63 90.04 85.34
Average precipitation days 11.27 10.09 9.64 10.91 12.18 12.18 11.36 14.55 9.82 11.45 12.18 12.27 11.49
Average rainy days 18 13.7 16.5 14.8 16 12.8 11.4 13.3 13 15.5 16.5 17.6 179.1
Sunshine hours 54 76 109 155 186 183 199 187 141 109 66 49 1,514
Source no. 1: Weather and Climate
Source no. 2: Weather and Climate

Notes

  1. ↑ By analogy with Latin terra nullius; territory that is not physically controlled by any micronation.

References

  1. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (34 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  2. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (35 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  3. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (36 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  4. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (37 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  5. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (38 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  6. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (39 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  7. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (40 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  8. ↑ Topographic-map.com Gloucester topographic map (41 metres), Retrieved on 9 November 2024
  9. ↑ G Webster, Rome against Caractacus, p 45, ISBN 978-0415239875
  10. ↑ "GADARG – Essay 1". Archived from the original on 2011-09-27. Retrieved 2013-06-09. The colonia of Glevum
  11. ↑ "Anglo-Saxon Gloucester: c.680 – 1066". british-history.ac.uk. Archived from the original on 22 February 2015. Retrieved 22 February 2015.
  12. ↑ "Short History of the City of Gloucester, Gloucestershire". Archived from the original on 2 September 2016. Retrieved 4 July 2016.
  13. ↑ Weather and Climate. (n.d.). Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Climate. In Weather and Climate. Retrieved October 6, 2024, from https://weatherandclimate.com/united-kingdom/gloucestershire. Archived at https://web.archive.org/web/20241006062841/https://weatherandclimate.com/united-kingdom/gloucestershire on October 6, 2024.
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