Abercarn, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Abercarn is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 5,446. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

5,446 Population 855/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population5,446
Density855/mi²
Veterans4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Population5,446
Population Density855 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates51.6473°, -3.1348°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)

About Abercarn

Abercarn is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 5,446. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet (103 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Abercarn

Abercarn has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 989 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 99.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 57.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 83.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.8
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 57.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 66.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 69.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 96.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 102.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 104.9
Abercarn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 338 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below United Kingdom avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.5 km²)
Population Density855/sq mi
Coordinates51.6473°N, 3.1348°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 118 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 75 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 35 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 50 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 78 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 130 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 126 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 130 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 111 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 63 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 44 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 142 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 63 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 100 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 10 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 12 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 18 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 10 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 85 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 7 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m - 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.6 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.6 in

Abercarn has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Abercarn

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Gymraeg Cwm Gwyddon - - - -
Abercarn Primary School - - - -
Cwmcarn Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Abercarn

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Celtica Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Dance Classics UK 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) christmas music, pop MP3 128 kbps
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - POP (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) dance, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (MP3) alternative MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) chill, pop MP3 128 kbps
Hereford FC edgar street, hereford fc MP3 96 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) country AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) music AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) dance anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) dance anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) classics, holiday MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) love songs, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - MP3 128 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Like Radio - ONE (MP3) music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) christmas music, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) pop, retro AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) holiday, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) chill, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) country MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Abercarn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abergavenny Museum
Abernodwydd Farmhouse
Abertillery & District Museum
Arthur Machen's House
Big Pit: National Coal Museum
Blaenafon Community Museum
Blaenavon Iron Works
Blaenwaun Post Office
Blaenwaun Post Office
Bryn Eryr (Iron Age Roundhouses)
Bryn Eryr (Iron Age Roundhouses)
Brynmawr and District Museum
Cae Adda Cowhouse
Cae Adda Cowhouse
Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths
Cardiff Story Museum
Cardiff Story Museum
Cider Making Display
Cider Making Display
Cilewent Farmhouse
Clogmaker’s Workshop
Coach House
Coach House
Cockpit
Cockpit
Cosmeston Medieval Village
Cosmeston Medieval Village
Cross Inn Tailor's Shop
Cross Inn Tailor's Shop
Derwen Bakehouse
Derwen Bakehouse
Derwen Bakehouse Shop
Derwen Bakehouse Shop
Ebbw Vale Works Museum
Enamel House
Enamel House
Esgair Moel Woollen Mill
Esgair Moel Woollen Mill
Ewenny Kiln
Firing Line: Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier
Firing Line: Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier
Fishing Exhibition
Fishing Exhibition
Georgetown Baking Oven
Georgetown Baking Oven
Gwalia Stores
Gwalia Stores
Gweithdy Galleries and Workshop
Gweithdy Galleries and Workshop
Hanbury Arms Haunted Hotel & Museum
Hendre'r-ywydd Uchaf (farmhouse)
Hendre'r-ywydd Uchaf (farmhouse)
Kennixton
Kennixton
Llainfadyn Cottage
Llainfadyn Cottage
Llancaiach-fawr
Llanyrafon Manor
Llawr-Y-Glyn Smithy
Llwyn-yr-eos
Llwyn-yr-eos Farmhouse
Llys Llywelyn (Medieval Court)
Llys Llywelyn (Medieval Court)
Maentwrog Hayshed
Maentwrog Hayshed
Maestir School
Melin Bompren Corn Mill
Melin Bompren Corn Mill
Moss-Vernon's Portrait Studio
Moss-Vernon's Portrait Studio
Museum of Welsh Cricket
Museum of Welsh Cricket
nantgarw China Works Museum
Nantwallter Cottage
National Museum Cardiff
Newport Medieval Ship museum
Newport Museum and Art Gallery
Oakdale Workmen's Institute
Oakdale Workmen's Institute
Our Chartist Heritage
Penrhiw Chapel
Penrhiw Chapel
Pigsty
Pigsty
Pontypridd Museum
Prefab
Rhaeadr Tannery
Rhaeadr Tannery
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1805 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1805 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1855 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1855 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1895 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1895 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1925 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1925 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1955 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1955 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1985 House)
Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1985 House)
Roman Legionary Museum Caerleon
Saddlers Workshop
Saddlers Workshop
Saint Teilo's Church
Saint Teilo's Church
St Fagans Museum Visitor Centre
St Fagans Museum Visitor Centre
Stryd Lydan Barn
Stryd Lydan Barn
Techniquest
Techniquest
The Block of Coal
The Boat House
The Boat House
The Bus Depot Barry
Tollhouse
Tollhouse
Torfaen Museum
Tredegar House Museum
Tredegar Medical Aid Society Heritage Centre
Tredegar Museum
Twyn y gaer Hill Fort
University of South Wales Art Collection Museum
Urinal
Urinal
Usk Rural Life Museum
Vulcan Hotel
Vulcan Hotel
Wartime Shelters
Wartime Shelters
Winding House

Libraries in Abercarn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberbargoed Library0.0
Abercarn Library0.0
Abergavenny Library0.0
Abertillery Library0.0
Abertridwr Library0.0
Bargoed Library0.0
Beddau and Tynant Community Library0.0
Bedwas Library0.0
Bettws Library0.0
Blackwood Library0.0
Blaenafon Library0.0
Blaina Library0.0
Brynmawr Library0.0
Caerleon Library0.0
Caerphilly Library0.0
Cancer Research Wales Library0.0
Canton Library0.0
Canton Library0.0
Capel i Bawb0.0
Capel i Bawb0.0
Cardiff Central Library0.0
Cardiff Central Library0.0
Cathays Branch and Heritage Library0.0
Cathays Branch and Heritage Library0.0
County Library Barry0.0
Cwm Library0.0
Cwmbran Library0.0
Cwtsh Arts Centre0.0
Cyncoed Campus Library0.0
Cyncoed Campus Library0.0
Deri Library0.0
Dinas Powys Community Library0.0
Dinas Powys Community Library0.0
Ebbw Vale Library0.0
Ely & Caerau Hub0.0
Ely & Caerau Hub0.0
Fairwater Hub0.0
Fairwater Hub0.0
Former Caerleon Library0.0
Gilwern Community Hub0.0
Learning Centre0.0
Learning Centre0.0
Llanedeyrn Hub0.0
Llanedeyrn Hub0.0
Llanedeyrn Library0.0
Llanedeyrn Library0.0
Llantrisant Library0.0
Llyfrgell Maindee Library0.0
Machen Library0.0
Malpas Library0.0
Merthyr Tydfil Central Library0.0
Mountain Ash Library0.0
Mountain Ash Library0.0
Nelson Library0.0
Newport Central Library0.0
Oakdale Library0.0
Penarth Library0.0
Penylan Library0.0
Penylan Library0.0
Pillgwenlly Pop Up Library0.0
Pontypool Library0.0
Pontypridd Library0.0
Radyr Hub0.0
Radyr Hub0.0
Rhiwbina Hub0.0
Rhiwbina Hub0.0
Rhydypennau Library0.0
Rhymney Library0.0
Ringland Library0.0
Risca Public Library0.0
Rogerstone Library0.0
Rumney Library0.0
Splott Library (Old)0.0
St Julian's Library0.0
STAR Hub0.0
STAR Hub0.0
Sully & Lavernock Community Library Trust0.0
The Cochrane Building0.0
Tredegar House Library0.0
Tredegar Library0.0
Treharris Library0.0
Trelai Branch Library0.0
Trevithick Library0.0
Trevithick Library0.0
Usk Community Hub0.0
Ystrad Mynach Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Abercarn

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abergavenny Market
Arthur Llewellyn Jenkins
Bodega at The Priory
City Market
Cwmbran Marketplace
Emily's Indoor Market
Farm Shop Ponthir
Newport Market
Pontypool Indoor Market
Pontypridd Indoor Market
Pontypridd Indoor Market
Roath Farmers Market
Roath Farmers Market

Hotels in Abercarn

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Cwmcarn Hotel

Cafes in Abercarn

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ravens Café

Breweries in Abercarn

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bragdy Twt Lol
Hog Brew
Mad Dog Brewery Co.
Mad Dog Brewery Co.
Tudor Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Abercarn

TeamLeagueDivision
Cardiff Arms Park
Cardiff City Stadium
Cardiff International Sports Stadium
Cardiff Wales Stadium
National Indoor Athletics Centre
Principality Stadium

Airports Near Abercarn

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip-Small Airport
Allensmore Airfield-Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Byecross Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport
Hanley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hardwicke Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hoe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kemeys Commander Airstrip-Small Airport
Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Ledbury Airfield-Small Airport
Little Down Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Llangarron Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Michaelwood Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Chinnock Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlegate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome-Small Airport
New Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Norton Malreward Airfield-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Oldbury on Severn Airstrip-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Phocle Green Airstrip-Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip-Small Airport
RNAS Merryfield-Small Airport
Rookery Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Shelsley Beauchamp Airstrip-Small Airport
Shobdon Airfield-Small Airport
South Wales Gliding Club-Small Airport
Spence Airfield-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Abercarn

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ashcroft House
Recovery Cymru

Churches & Religious Organizations in Abercarn

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St Tudor
New Bethel United Reformed Church
Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Chapel

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UFO Sightings Near Abercarn

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Abercarn.

Name Year Description
Abercarn (uk/wales) 2008 3 Red lit objects over Abercarn&#44 Gwent UK..

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Abercarn

What is the population of Abercarn?

Abercarn has a population of 5,446 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 855 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Abercarn?

Abercarn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

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