Cairnryan, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Cairnryan is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,757. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 47°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 Cairnryan
Cairnryan is a village in the historical county of Wigtownshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. It lies on the eastern shore of Loch Ryan, six miles north of Stranraer and 81 miles (130 km) southwest of Glasgow.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,757 |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.9710°, -5.0198° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.3 inches (1,151 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cairnryan
Cairnryan is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,757. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.9710°N, 5.0198°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 4.7 in |
Cairnryan has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and May the driest (2.3").
Schools in Cairnryan
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkcolm Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cairnryan
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Cairnryan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneykirk Aviation Museum | ||||
| Stranraer Museum |
Libraries in Cairnryan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stranraer Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Cairnryan
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cairnryan
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cairnryan
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Cairnryan
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cairnryan
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cairnryan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Cairnryan
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Cairnryan
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Campbeltown Airport | CAL | Medium Airport |
| Andreas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Andreas-Ballavoddan House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Castle Kennedy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gigha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kildalloig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newtownards Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wigtown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cairnryan
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballantrae Post Office | |
| Kirkcolm Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cairnryan
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ervie-Kirkcolm Church | |
| Glenapp Church |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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Cairnryan has a population of 3,757 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
What is the weather like in Cairnryan?
Cairnryan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.
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