Gainford, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Gainford is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,243. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 51°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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People
Climate
| Population | 1,243 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.5472°, -1.7360° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.4 inches (925 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
About Gainford
Gainford is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,243. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Gainford
Gainford has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 654 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 183.7 sq mi (475.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.5472°N, 1.7360°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Gainford has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Gainford
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eppleby Forcett Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gainford Church of England Primary School and Preschool | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gainford
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dance Revolution | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| First radio bounce northeast | club dance | AAC | |
| Spark FM | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio UK | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NUFC Talk Radio | football, soccer | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Stitch | hospital radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Prince Bishops Hospital Radio | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| frisk radio groove northeast | groove | AAC | |
| Amazing Radio | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hartlepool | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth Tyne & Wear | easy listening, newcastle | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frisk radio bounce northeast | bounce | AAC | |
| Frisk Radio | - | AAC |
Museums in Gainford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society | ||||
| Durham Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Durham Mining Museum | ||||
| Durham Museum Pop-Up Shop | ||||
| Faith Museum | ||||
| Green Howards Museum | ||||
| Hopetown Darlington | ||||
| Locomotion - The National Railway Museum at Shildon | ||||
| Oriental Museum | ||||
| Richmond Castle Museum | ||||
| Richmondshire Museum | ||||
| Swaledale Museum | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Beam Engine House | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Visitor Centre and Gas Engine House | ||||
| The Bishops | ||||
| The Bowes Museum | ||||
| The Story | ||||
| Tithe Barn |
Libraries in Gainford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archives and Special Collections Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barker Research Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barnard Castle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bill Bryson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishop Auckland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishop Cosin's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bowburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brandon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Catterick Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cockerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durham Clayport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edward Pease Free Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferryhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lowe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Aycliffe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palace Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shildon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St John's College Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Old Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornborough Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Ushaw Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Victor Watts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Willington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wolsingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodhouse Close Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gainford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Indoor Market |
Cafes in Gainford
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gainford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Samuel Brewery | ||||
| Hill Island Brewery | ||||
| Live Brewing Co | ||||
| Mithril | ||||
| Richmond Brewery shop | ||||
| S43 Brewery | ||||
| Wensleydale Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Gainford
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gainford
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | Large Airport |
| Newcastle International Airport | NCL | Large Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Leeming | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Topcliffe | - | Medium Airport |
| Teesside International Airport | MME | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bywell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Causey Park Airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Currock Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dishforth Village Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eshott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ewesley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fishburn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Greenhills Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| High Flats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lartington Moor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loadman Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oxenhope Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peterlee Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ravensworth Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth East Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Selby House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Staindrop Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Wathstones Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woodhouse Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yearby Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yorkshire Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gainford
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of St. Osmund | |
| St Mary's, Gainford |
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What is the population of Gainford?
Gainford has a population of 1,243 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 183.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gainford?
Gainford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.
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