Cross Sectional Study on the Impact of Weather Changes on Health Perceptions among Immigrants in Sunderland UK

Introduction: Climate change is intensifying in the United Kingdom (UK) with disproportional effects on the susceptible populations. Immigrants may face several exposure and adaptive restrictions due to structural inequalities, yet few empirical research examines climate-related health perception among this group. This study aimed to investigate the perception of weather change, perceived physical and mental health impacts, and socio-demographic predictors of perception among immigrants in Sunderland, UK.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among immigrant between August to December 2025 and 401 participants recruited. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, reliability testing, and multivariable logistic regression were performed. The study was theoretically grounded in environmental justice theory, the social determinants of health framework, and cultural risk perception theory.

Results: outcome of the study showed 52.1%, perceived significant weather changes. 56.9% reported physical health impacts and 61.1% reported mental health effects. Ethnicity (p < 0.001), religion (p < 0.001), and academic discipline (p = 0.035) were independently associated with perception. Logistic regression confirmed ethnic minority status as a significant predictor of weather-health perception after adjustment.

Conclusion: Weather-change perception among immigrants is socially structured and mediated by cultural identity and educational context. Climate-health adaptation strategies must incorporate equity-oriented, culturally responsive public health approaches.