Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Colwyn Bay is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 10,369. Elevation: 82 ft (25 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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People
Climate
| Population | 10,369 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.2948°, -3.7267° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.5 inches (1,054 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colwyn Bay
Colwyn Bay is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 10,369. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Colwyn Bay
Colwyn Bay has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.4°C), the coldest is Jan (6.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 301.0 sq mi (779.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.2948°N, 3.7267°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 4.5 in |
Colwyn Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.3").
Colleges & Universities in Colwyn Bay
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Learning Centre | College | - | , |
| Bangor University | University | - | Visit → |
| Bangor University | University | - | Visit → |
| Bangor University | University | - | , |
| Bangor University, College Road Site | University | - | Visit → |
| Bangor University, Ffriddoedd Site | University | - | , |
| Bangor University, Normal Site | University | - | , |
| Bangor University, St. Mary's | University | - | , |
| Brambell Building / Brambell Laboritories / Natural History Musem | University | - | Visit → |
| Coleg Llandrillo | College | - | , |
| Coleg Menai | College | - | Visit → |
| Coleg Menai | College | - | Visit → |
| Dean Street | University | - | , |
| Ffriddoedd Road | University | - | , |
| Fish Lab | University | - | , |
| Llandrillo College | College | - | , |
| Pentrellyncymer Centre | College | - | , |
| School of Ocean Sciences | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Bangor, College Road Site | University | - | , |
Schools in Colwyn Bay
9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol T. Gwynn Jones | - | - | - | - |
| Eirias High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Llandrillo yn Rhos | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bryn Elian | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Iau Hen Golwyn | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bod Alaw | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's R.C. Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Nant Y Groes | - | - | - | - |
| Rydal Penrhos | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Colwyn Bay
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HearMe - 2000s pop | 2000s pop | MP3 | |
| Hits hull & East York | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bronglais | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Colwyn Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conwy Valley Railway Museum | ||||
| Dolgarrog Railway Society | ||||
| Great Orme Bronze Age Mines | ||||
| Great Orme Visitor Centre | ||||
| Home Front Museum | ||||
| Llandudno Chocolate Experience | ||||
| Llandudno Museum | ||||
| Penmaenmawr Historical Society & Museum | ||||
| Rhyl Miniature Railway | ||||
| Rhyl Museum | ||||
| Sir Henry Jones Museum | ||||
| Trefriw Woollen Mill | ||||
| Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant Museum |
Libraries in Colwyn Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abergele Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colwyn Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinmel Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Civic Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Llandudno Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanfairfechan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanrwst Library | 0.0 | |||||
| One Stop Shop and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penmaenmawr Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Colwyn Bay
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Colwyn Bay
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Colwyn Bay
39 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Colwyn Bay
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Colwyn Bay
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Colwyn Bay
7 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Colwyn Bay
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Colwyn Bay
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Colwyn Bay
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Colwyn Bay
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Colwyn Bay
5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Colwyn Bay
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Colwyn Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conwy Brewery | ||||
| Great Orme Brewery | ||||
| Snowdon Craft Beer | ||||
| Wild Horse Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Colwyn Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colwyn Bay
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blackpool Airport | BLK | Medium Airport |
| Hawarden Airport | CEG | Medium Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bryngwyn Bach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club | - | Small Airport |
| Nantclwyd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pilling Sands Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Mona | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Woodvale | - | Small Airport |
| Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Colwyn Bay
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| B More Local | |
| Conway Road Post Office | |
| Llandrillo Yn Rhos Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Colwyn Bay
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Parkland Place |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Colwyn Bay
10 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Beaumaris Castle | ||
| Beaumaris Castle | ||
| Beaumaris Castle | ||
| Beaumaris Castle | ||
| Caernarfon Castle | ||
| Caernarfon Castle and Town Walls | ||
| Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd WHS | ||
| Conwy Castle | ||
| Conwy Castle and Town Walls | ||
| Conwy Town Walls |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colwyn Bay
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Antioch | |
| Bethany | |
| Capel y Rhos | |
| Eglwys Dewi Sant | |
| Elian Sant | |
| Nant-y-Glyn Methodist Church | |
| New Life Revival Church (Wales) | |
| Penrhyn Bay Presbyterian Church | |
| Princes Drive Baptist Church | |
| Rhos on Sea Methodist Church | |
| Rhos on Sea United Reformed Church | |
| Saint Paul's Church | |
| Saint Trillo's Church | |
| St Andrews Church | |
| St George's Church | |
| St Johns Methodist Church | |
| St Trillo's Chapel | |
| St. Joseph's Catholic Church | |
| Tabernacl | |
| Trillo Sant |
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UFO Sightings Near Colwyn Bay
5 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Colwyn Bay.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Colwyn bay (uk/england) | 2011 | Silver Ball viewed close up at low leval in the sky. |
| Colwyn bay/llandudno(a55 llandudno jun.)(between) (uk/wales) | 2011 | UFO sighting in Conwy, North Wales - Sphere like object with 3 lights |
| Colwynbay (uk/england) | 2008 | I WAS GOING HOME AND NOTICED AN ORANGE LIGHT IN THE SKY TRAVELING TOWARDS ME THERE WAS NO SOUND AS IT PASSED OVERHEAD. I GRABBED MY |
| Colwyn bay (uk/wales, north country) | 2005 | Aeroplane which turned into cigar light shape, then a circle of red/green light in North Wales UK |
| Colwyn bay (town) (uk/wales) | 1974 | object seen over wales england,in the 1970`s |
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What is the population of Colwyn Bay?
Colwyn Bay has a population of 10,369 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 301.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colwyn Bay?
Colwyn Bay 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 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches.
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