Brecon, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Brecon is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 8,250. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 47°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 | 8,250 |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.9461°, -3.3889° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.6 inches (1,489 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Brecon
Brecon is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 8,250. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.9461°N, 3.3889°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 6.9 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
Brecon has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 37°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (3.2").
Schools in Brecon
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ College | - | - | - | - |
| Llanfaes C.P. School | - | - | - | - |
| Brecon High School | - | - | - | - |
| Priory Church In Wales School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Street Nursery and Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Street Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Cradoc School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol y Bannau | - | - | - | - |
| Penmaes School | - | - | - | - |
| Plas Pencelli Outdoor Education Centre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Brecon
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dance Classics UK | 90s, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Love | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 |
Museums in Brecon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birthplace of Joseph Parry | ||||
| Brecon Museum | ||||
| Brynmawr and District Museum | ||||
| Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Cynon Valley Museum & Gallery | ||||
| Ebbw Vale Works Museum | ||||
| Royal Welsh Regiment Museum | ||||
| Talgarth Mill | ||||
| The Block of Coal | ||||
| Tredegar Medical Aid Society Heritage Centre | ||||
| Tredegar Museum | ||||
| Winding House |
Libraries in Brecon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdare Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brecon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brynmawr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Builth Wells Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cwm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebbw Vale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glynneath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hirwaun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Merthyr Tydfil Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhymney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Talgarth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tredegar Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Brecon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Market | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Talgarth Livestock Market |
Hotels in Brecon
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Brecon
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Brecon
12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Brecon
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Brecon
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Brecon
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Brecon
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Brecon
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Brecon
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Brecon
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Brecon
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Brecon
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Brecon
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Brecon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sobremesa |
Stadiums & Teams in Brecon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Brecon
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | - | Small Airport |
| New Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Upfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Warren Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Brecon
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Brecon Post Office | |
| Pendre Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Brecon
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Brecon Cathedral | |
| Church of Saint Cynidr and Saint Mary | |
| Church of St Brynach | |
| Church of St David | |
| Church of St David | |
| Elim Church Centre | |
| Kensington Baptist Church | |
| Libanus Chapel | |
| Llanfeugan Church | |
| Saint Maelog | |
| Saint Mary's | |
| Saint Peter & Saint Illtyd | |
| St Cynog's Church | |
| St Michael | |
| St. Michael's Catholic Church | |
| Tabernacle United Reformed Church | |
| Watergate Baptist Chapel | |
| Watton Presbyterian |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Brecon
What is the population of Brecon?
Brecon has a population of 8,250 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
What is the weather like in Brecon?
Brecon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 58.6 inches.
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