Ardrossan, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Ardrossan is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 10,670. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 10,670 |
| Population Density | 8,402 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.6502°, -4.8066° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.0 inches (1,117 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ardrossan
Ardrossan is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 10,670. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Ardrossan
Ardrossan has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (15°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1231 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,402/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.6502°N, 4.8066°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in |
Ardrossan has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (2.3").
Schools in Ardrossan
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardrossan Academy | - | - | - | - |
| St Anthony's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Winton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Stanley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Dykesmains Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Peter's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ardrossan
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ardrossan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub | ||||
| Big Idea | ||||
| Burns Cottage | ||||
| Bute Museum | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre | ||||
| Kelburn Museum | ||||
| Largs Museum | ||||
| Museum of the Cumbraes | ||||
| North Ayrshire Heritage Centre | ||||
| Robert Burns Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum | ||||
| West Kilbride Museum |
Libraries in Ardrossan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alloway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bourtreehill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dreghorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairlie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Forehill Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garrison House | 0.0 | |||||
| Irvine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilwinning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Prestwick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothesay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Springside Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Stevenston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Troon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Kilbride Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Ardrossan
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ardrossan
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ardrossan
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ardrossan
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ardrossan
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ardrossan
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ardrossan
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ardrossan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ardrossan
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ardrossan
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ardrossan
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ardrossan Post Office | |
| Central Avenue Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ardrossan
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ardrossan Park Church | |
| Evangelical Union Congregational Church | |
| The Church of Saint Peter in Chains |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Ardrossan?
Ardrossan has a population of 10,670 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,402 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ardrossan?
Ardrossan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches.
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