Bala, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Bala is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,999. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°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 | 1,999 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.9111°, -3.5972° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.1 inches (1,375 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bala
Bala is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,999. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet (168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 93.4 sq mi (241.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.9111°N, 3.5972°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 6.0 in |
Bala has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (3.1").
Schools in Bala
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llangwm C P School | - | - | - | - |
| Berwyn School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bro Treweryn | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Ffridd y Llyn | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Beuno Sant | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bro Tegid | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol O M Edwards | - | - | - | - |
| Glan-llyn Outdoor Activity Centre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bala
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits hull & East York | pop music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amgueddfa Corwen Museum | ||||
| Conwy Valley Railway Museum | ||||
| Trefriw Woollen Mill | ||||
| Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant Museum |
Libraries in Bala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanrwst Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bala
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bala
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bala
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Bala
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bala
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bala
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bala
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bala
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bala
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bala
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bala
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bala
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bala
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool John Lennon Airport | LPL | Large Airport |
| Hawarden Airport | CEG | Medium Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bryngwyn Bach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club | - | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | - | Small Airport |
| Nantclwyd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Woodvale | - | Small Airport |
| Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| The Plassey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Trench Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bala
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bala Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bala
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capel Peniel | |
| Capel Tegid | |
| Capel y Groes | |
| Capel yr Annibynwyr | |
| Christ Church | |
| Cwmtirmynach Chapel | |
| English Presbyterian Church | |
| Gellioedd | |
| Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church | |
| St Deiniol Church | |
| St Gwawr' s Church | |
| St Mor and St Deiniol's Church | |
| Tryweryn Memorial Chapel | |
| Ty'r Hen Gapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bala
What is the population of Bala?
Bala has a population of 1,999 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 93.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bala?
Bala has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches.
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