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

10,670 Population 8,402/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
44.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population10,670
Density8,402/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population10,670
Population Density8,402 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates55.6502°, -4.8066°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.0 inches (1,117 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.4°C / 42°F 0.7° / 10.8° 104.3
Feb 5.9°C / 43°F 0.5° / 10.4° 122.8
Mar 6.3°C / 43°F 0.6° / 12° 99.3
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 1.3° / 14.3° 58.5
May 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17.9° 72.9
Jun 13.4°C / 56°F 7.5° / 20.6° 74.0
Jul 14.6°C / 58°F 10° / 21.2° 102.0
Aug 15°C / 59°F 9.7° / 21.5° 107.0
Sep 13.4°C / 56°F 7.4° / 20.2° 104.1
Oct 10.7°C / 51°F 5.4° / 15.3° 133.6
Nov 8.1°C / 47°F 2.4° / 13.3° 114.8
Dec 6.3°C / 43°F 1.4° / 11.7° 138.2
Ardrossan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density8,402/sq mi
Coordinates55.6502°N, 4.8066°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.0"
16% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.88"
Driest Month (May) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 144 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 90 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 144 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 104 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 63 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 137 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 96 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 63 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 90 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 89 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 71 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 47 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 62 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake - - 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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").

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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 - - - -
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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Bridge of Weir community library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Dalry Library0.0
Dreghorn Library0.0
Fairlie Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Garrison House0.0
Irvine Library0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Kilwinning Library0.0
Largs Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Prestwick Library0.0
Rothesay Library0.0
Springside Library and Community Centre0.0
Stevenston Library0.0
Troon Library0.0
West Kilbride Library0.0

Restaurants in Ardrossan

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ceccini's
Jaipur
Meat in the Middle
Shahs Place

Cafes in Ardrossan

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda Café
Moka
The Cheery Cup & Saucer

Monuments in Ardrossan

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Macfadzean's Monument

Castles in Ardrossan

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ardrossan Castle
Boydston Castle

Dentists in Ardrossan

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ardrossan Dental Care
Ayrshire Orthodontics

Train Stations in Ardrossan

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ardrossan Harbour
Ardrossan Town

Gas Stations in Ardrossan

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
Esso
JET

Stadiums & Teams in Ardrossan

TeamLeagueDivision

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.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge 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 OfficeAddress
Ardrossan Post Office
Central Avenue Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ardrossan

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ardrossan Park Church
Evangelical Union Congregational Church
The Church of Saint Peter in Chains

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 Ardrossan

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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