Carron, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Carron is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,420. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 48°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 Carron
The Carron Bridge is a bridge over the River Carron near Ardgay in Sutherland, Scotland.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,420 |
| Population Density | 1,100 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0261°, -3.7925° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
About Carron
Carron is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,420. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.0261°N, 3.7925°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 4.6 in |
Carron has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Carron
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langlees Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Carron Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Carron
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| CareSound Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Carron
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alloa Tower | ||||
| Almond Valley Heritage Centre | ||||
| Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Regimental HQ & Museum | ||||
| Bannockburn Heritage Centre | ||||
| Bennie Museum | ||||
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Bo'ness Motor Museum | ||||
| Callendar House | ||||
| Colzium Museum | ||||
| Culross Palace | ||||
| Cumbernauld Museum | ||||
| Dollar Museum | ||||
| Dunblane Museum | ||||
| Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store | ||||
| John Cowanes Hospital | ||||
| Kinneil Museum | ||||
| Leighton Library | ||||
| Linlithgow Museum | ||||
| Low Parks Museum | ||||
| Menstrie Castle | ||||
| Motherwell Heritage Centre | ||||
| Museum of Scottish Railways | ||||
| Polmaise Colliery Museum | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| Smith Art Gallery & Museum | ||||
| Stirling Old Town Jail | ||||
| Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life | ||||
| The Bastion & Thieves Pot | ||||
| The Dunmore Pineapple | ||||
| Whitburn Community Museum |
Libraries in Carron
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abronhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Public Library & Observatory | 0.0 | |||||
| Bannockburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bathgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bo'ness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonnybridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Allan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carmondean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapelhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Condorrat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cumbernauld Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dollar Civic Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunblane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkirk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grangemouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Town House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincardine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larbert Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linlithgow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meadowbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Slamannan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Speirs Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Stirling Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Valleyfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Lothian Local History Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carron
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Square |
Gas Stations in Carron
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carron
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allanwater Brewery | ||||
| Harviestoun Brewery Ltd | ||||
| Williams Bros. Brewing Co. |
Stadiums & Teams in Carron
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Carron
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Carron
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Atholl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carron
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dawson Community Church | |
| Falkirk Free Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Carron
What is the population of Carron?
Carron has a population of 2,420 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,100 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carron?
Carron has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.
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