Fairlie, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Fairlie is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,400. Elevation: 20 ft (6 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 Fairlie
Fairlie is a village in North Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,400 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.7560°, -4.8556° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.3 inches (1,354 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fairlie
Fairlie is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,400. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.7560°N, 4.8556°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 116 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 5.9 in |
Fairlie has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (2.8").
Schools in Fairlie
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlie Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fairlie
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Fairlie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Idea | ||||
| Bute Museum | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Castle House Museum Dunoon | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Kelburn Museum | ||||
| Largs Museum | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Museum of the Cumbraes | ||||
| North Ayrshire Heritage Centre | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum | ||||
| West Kilbride Museum |
Libraries in Fairlie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bourtreehill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dreghorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairlie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garrison House | 0.0 | |||||
| Irvine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilwinning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothesay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stevenston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Troon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Kilbride Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Fairlie
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fairlie
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Fairlie
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Fairlie
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Fairlie
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fairlie
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Fairlie
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Fairlie
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Fairlie
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 Fairlie
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kildalloig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oban Airport | OBN | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fairlie
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fairlie Parish Church |
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Waterfalls Near Fairlie
2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Fairlie.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Biglees Waterfall | |
| Glenburn Waterfall |
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 Fairlie?
Fairlie has a population of 1,400 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fairlie?
Fairlie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches.
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