Betws, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Betws is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,253. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

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

2,253 Population 21/sq mi density
446 ft Elevation 136 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
69.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Betws

Betws

Betws-y-Coed is a village and community in Conwy County Borough, Wales. The village is located near the confluence of the River Conwy and the River Llugwy and is on the eastern edge of Snowdonia. The population of the community as of the 2021 census was 476, a decline on the previous census.

People

Population2,253
Density21/mi²
Veterans4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain69.6 in/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Population2,253
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Coordinates51.5692°, -3.5883°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation69.6 inches (1,768 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)

About Betws

Betws is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,253. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Betws experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 69.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area105.3 sq mi (272.8 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates51.5692°N, 3.5883°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.6"
83% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.75"
Driest Month (May) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 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 M4.8 144 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 93 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 30 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 25 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 46 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 99 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 147 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 68 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 144 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 33 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 68 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 109 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 27 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 27 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 40 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 35 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 73 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 68 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 86 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 30 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 - 126 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in
February 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 4.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
August 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 5.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in Wettest
December 42°F (5°C) 5.6 in

Betws has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and May the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Betws

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Calon Y Cymoedd - - - -
Betws Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Betws

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Celtica Radio - MP3 128 kbps
XL:UK Radio afrobeat, asian urban hits MP3 192 kbps
Easy 50s - MP3
Mechanical Music Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3

Museums in Betws

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aberdulais Falls Visitor Centre
Afan Forest Mining museum
Birthplace of Joseph Parry
Cefn Coed Colliery Museum
Cefn Junction
Cowbridge & District Museum
Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery
Cynon Valley Museum & Gallery
Nash Point Fog Horn
Paul Kirner's Music Palace
Pontypridd Museum
Porthcawl Museum
Rhondda Heritage Park
South Wales Aviation Musuem

Libraries in Betws

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberdare Library0.0
Aberkenfig Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Beddau and Tynant Community Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Cowbridge Library0.0
Cwmafan Library0.0
Ferndale Library0.0
Glynneath Library0.0
Hirwaun Library0.0
Llantrisant Library0.0
Llantwit Major Heath Centre0.0
Llantwit Major Library0.0
Merthyr Tydfil Central Library0.0
Mountain Ash Library0.0
Mountain Ash Library0.0
Neath Library0.0
Neath Port Talbot Library and Information Services0.0
Pontyclun Library0.0
Pontypridd Library0.0
Porth Library0.0
Porthcawl Library0.0
Pyle Library0.0
Resolven Library0.0
Rhoose Library0.0
Seven Sisters Community Centre0.0
St Athan Library0.0
Taibach Community Library0.0
Tonypandy Library0.0
Treorchy Library0.0
Ystradgynlais Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Betws

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arthur Llewellyn Jenkins
Market Hall
Neath Indoor Market
Pontypridd Indoor Market
Pontypridd Indoor Market

Stadiums & Teams in Betws

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Airports Near Betws

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Byecross Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Eggesford Airfield-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip-Small Airport
Hardwicke Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kemeys Commander Airstrip-Small Airport
Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome-Small Airport
North Hill Glider Field-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pembrey West Wales Airport-Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip-Small Airport
RNAS Merryfield-Small Airport
Shobdon Airfield-Small Airport
South Wales Gliding Club-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Talgarth Glider Field-Small Airport
Tracy Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Upfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Watchford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westacott Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westonzoyland Airfield-Small Airport
Westover Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Woonton Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Betws

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mental Health Matters Wales

Churches & Religious Organizations in Betws

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St David

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 Betws

What is the population of Betws?

Betws has a population of 2,253 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 105.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Betws?

Betws has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 69.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.

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