Criccieth, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Criccieth is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,736. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°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 Criccieth
Criccieth, also spelled Cricieth ( ), is a town and community in Gwynedd, Wales, on the boundary between the Llŷn Peninsula and Eifionydd. The town is 5 miles (8 km) west of Porthmadog, 9 miles (14 km) east of Pwllheli and 17 miles (27 km) south of Caernarfon. It had a population of 1,826 in 2001, reducing to 1,753 at the 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,736 |
| Population Density | 823 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.9205°, -4.2346° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,106 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Criccieth
Criccieth is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,736. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 823/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.9205°N, 4.2346°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.7 in |
Criccieth has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.4").
Schools in Criccieth
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanystumdwy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Gynradd Garndolbenmaen | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Treferthyr | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Criccieth
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits hull & East York | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bronglais | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Criccieth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Model Village | ||||
| Cae’r Gors | ||||
| Caernarfon Airworld Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lasynys Fawr | ||||
| Lloyd George Museum | ||||
| Old Quarry Hospital | ||||
| Porthmadog Maritime Museum | ||||
| Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum | ||||
| Sailors' Institute | ||||
| Segontium Visitor Centre | ||||
| The Round House | ||||
| Tŷ Gwyn and the Maritime Museum | ||||
| Welsh Slate Museum |
Libraries in Criccieth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caernarfon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Criccieth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deiniolen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harlech Youth and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Penrhyndeudraeth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penygroes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porthmadog library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Criccieth
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Criccieth
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Criccieth
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Criccieth
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Criccieth
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Criccieth
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Criccieth
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Criccieth
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Criccieth
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Criccieth
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Criccieth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myrddins Brewery & Distillery Ltd | ||||
| Purple Moose Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Criccieth
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Criccieth
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Airport | VLY | Medium Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dinas Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Mona | - | Small Airport |
| Rhoshirwaun | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Criccieth
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Criccieth Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Criccieth
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capel y Traeth | |
| Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit | |
| Chapel of Rest | |
| Congregational Chapel | |
| Criccieth Family Church | |
| Horeb Welsh Baptist Church | |
| Jerwsalem Chapel | |
| St Catherine's Church | |
| St Cynhaearn's Church | |
| St John's Church | |
| St Mary's |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Criccieth?
Criccieth has a population of 1,736 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 823 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Criccieth?
Criccieth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.
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