Garelochhead, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Garelochhead is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,700. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 46°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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People
Climate
| Population | 3,700 |
| Population Density | 52 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0820°, -4.8291° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.9 inches (1,878 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Garelochhead
Garelochhead is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,700. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 70.6 sq mi (182.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.0820°N, 4.8291°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 | - | - | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 8.2 in |
Garelochhead has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 74.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.0") and June the driest (3.7").
Schools in Garelochhead
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garelochhead Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lochgoilhead Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Luss Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Garelochhead
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 Garelochhead
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Steam Slipway | ||||
| Benmore Gallery | ||||
| Bute Museum | ||||
| Castle House Museum Dunoon | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hill House | ||||
| Inveraray Jail | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Strachur Smiddy |
Libraries in Garelochhead
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothesay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Garelochhead
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loch Fyne Farm Shop |
Hotels in Garelochhead
14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Garelochhead
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Garelochhead
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Garelochhead
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Garelochhead
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Garelochhead
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Garelochhead
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Garelochhead
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fyne Ales |
Stadiums & Teams in Garelochhead
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Garelochhead
3 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 | - | - | - |
| Glencoe Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Garelochhead
16 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 |
| Conaglen House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glensanda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kildalloig Airstrip | - | 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 |
Post Offices in Garelochhead
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Arrochar Post Office | |
| Garelochhead | |
| Lochgoilhead Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Garelochhead
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Scotland Strone & Ardentinny |
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Waterfalls Near Garelochhead
3 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Garelochhead.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cailness waterfall | |
| Cormonachan Falls | |
| Falls of Luss |
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 Garelochhead?
Garelochhead has a population of 3,700 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 70.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Garelochhead?
Garelochhead has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches.
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