Dolgellau, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Dolgellau is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,602. Elevation: 43 ft (13 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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About Dolgellau
Dolgellau is a town and community in Gwynedd, north-west Wales, lying on the River Wnion, a tributary of the River Mawddach. It was the traditional county town of the historic county of Merionethshire until the county of Gwynedd was created in 1974. Dolgellau is the main base for climbers of Cadair Idris and Mynydd Moel which are visible from the town. Dolgellau is the second largest settlement in southern Gwynedd after Tywyn and includes the community of Penmaenpool. in 2021 the population dropped to 2,602.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,602 |
| Population Density | 421 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7422°, -3.8861° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.4 inches (1,458 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dolgellau
Dolgellau is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,602. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.2°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 421/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7422°N, 3.8861°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 6.3 in |
Dolgellau has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and May the driest (3.2").
Schools in Dolgellau
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bro Idris (Ieuan Gwynedd) | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bro Idris (Gynradd Dolgellau) | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bro Idris | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bro Idris (Llanelltyd) | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Machreth | - | - | - | - |
| Aran Hall School | - | - | - | - |
| Coleg Meirion Dwyfor | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dolgellau
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits hull & East York | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bronglais | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Dolgellau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corris Railway Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lasynys Fawr | ||||
| Porthmadog Maritime Museum | ||||
| Sailors' Institute | ||||
| Talyllyn Railway | ||||
| The Round House | ||||
| Tŷ Gwyn and the Maritime Museum | ||||
| Yr Ysgwrn | ||||
| Yr Ysgwrn |
Libraries in Dolgellau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdovey Literary Institute | 0.0 | |||||
| Harlech Youth and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Machynlleth | 0.0 | |||||
| Penrhyndeudraeth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porthmadog library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tywyn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dolgellau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle Market | |||||
| Tywyn Monday Market |
Hotels in Dolgellau
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dolgellau
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dolgellau
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dolgellau
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Dolgellau
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dolgellau
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dolgellau
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dolgellau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myrddins Brewery & Distillery Ltd | ||||
| Purple Moose Brewery |
Airports Near Dolgellau
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Airport | VLY | Medium Airport |
| Aberporth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bryngwyn Bach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dinas Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | 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 |
| RAF Mona | - | Small Airport |
| Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dolgellau
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dolgellau Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dolgellau
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capel Borth | |
| Capel Herman | |
| Capel Salem | |
| Capel y Ffrwd | |
| Ebenezer Methodist Church | |
| Eglwys Annibgnnal Y Tabernacl | |
| Our Lady of Sorrows | |
| St Illtyd's Church | |
| St Mark's Church | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| St Paul's Church |
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UFO Sightings Near Dolgellau
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Dolgellau.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dolgellau (uk/wales) | 2000 | How two became one. |
Waterfalls Near Dolgellau
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Dolgellau.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Pistyll Gwyn |
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What is the population of Dolgellau?
Dolgellau has a population of 2,602 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 421 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dolgellau?
Dolgellau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches.
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