Bangor, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Bangor is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 15,060. Elevation: 75 ft (23 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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About Bangor
Bangor railway station serves the city of Bangor in Gwynedd, North West Wales. it is operated by Transport for Wales. The station, which is 24+3⁄4 miles (40 km) east of Holyhead, is the last mainland station on the North Wales Coast line between Crewe and Holyhead. It is the busiest in terms of passenger numbers in North Wales, as it serves the community around Caernarfon and further west. It is close to the Snowdonia National Park and Bangor University, and has an interchange with bus services to the various towns and villages of north-west Gwynedd and Anglesey.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,060 |
| Population Density | 60 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.2275°, -4.1294° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.0 inches (1,142 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bangor
Bangor is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 15,060. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Bangor
Bangor has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.9°C), the coldest is Feb (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 856 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 250.4 sq mi (648.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.2275°N, 4.1294°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 5.0 in |
Bangor has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and May the driest (2.5").
Colleges & Universities in Bangor
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor University, Treborth Site | University | - | , |
| Coleg Menai | College | - | , |
| Coleg Menai | College | - | , |
| Ysgol Glanaethwy | College | - | , |
Schools in Bangor
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Hirael | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Glanadda | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady's School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Babanod Coed Mawr | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Glancegin | - | - | - | - |
| St Gerards School Trust | - | - | - | - |
| Llandegai Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hillgrove School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Llandegfan | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Tryfan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bangor
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits hull & East York | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bronglais | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bangor
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Model Village | ||||
| Anglesey Transport Museum - Tacla Taid | ||||
| Beaumaris Gaol | ||||
| Cae’r Gors | ||||
| Caernarfon Airworld Museum | ||||
| Llechwedd Slate Caverns | ||||
| Old Quarry Hospital | ||||
| Penmaenmawr Historical Society & Museum | ||||
| Penrhyn Castle | ||||
| Penrhyn Castle Railway Museum | ||||
| Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum | ||||
| Segontium Visitor Centre | ||||
| Stone Science | ||||
| Storiel | ||||
| Thomas Telford Centre | ||||
| Waterloo Cavalry Museum | ||||
| Welsh Slate Museum |
Libraries in Bangor
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlwch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bangor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beaumaris Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bethesda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaenau Ffestiniog Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caernarfon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deiniol Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deiniolen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanfairfechan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llyfrgell Llangefni | 0.0 | |||||
| Menai Bridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penmaenmawr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penygroes Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bangor
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llangefni Market | |||||
| Llangefni Market | |||||
| Market Square Shopping Centre |
Hotels in Bangor
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bangor
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bangor
18 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bangor
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bangor
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bangor
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bangor
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bangor
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bangor
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bangor
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bangor
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bangor
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bangor
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bangor
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bangor
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Airport | VLY | Medium Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dinas Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club | - | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Mona | - | Small Airport |
| Rhoshirwaun | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bangor
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bangor Post Office | |
| Maesgeirchen Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bangor
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God Bangor Pentecostal Church | |
| Bangor Cathedral | |
| Bangor Quaker Meeting House | |
| Barachia | |
| Capel Berea Newydd | |
| Capel y Fynnon | |
| Eglwys y Groes | |
| Our Lady and Saint James | |
| Penrallt Baptist Church | |
| Penuel Chapel | |
| St Tegai, Llandegai | |
| St. John's Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bangor
What is the population of Bangor?
Bangor has a population of 15,060 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 250.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bangor?
Bangor 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 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches.
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