Greenock, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Greenock is a mid-size city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 41,990. Elevation: 39 ft (12 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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People
Climate
| Population | 41,990 |
| Population Density | 595 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.9484°, -4.7612° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.2 inches (1,657 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Greenock
Greenock is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 41,990. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Greenock
Greenock has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.3°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1440 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 70.6 sq mi (182.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 595/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.9484°N, 4.7612°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 | - | - | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 7.2 in |
Greenock has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and May the driest (3.4").
Colleges & Universities in Greenock
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argyll College UHI - Dunoon | University | - | , |
| Argyll College UHI - Rothesay Learning Centre | University | - | , |
| Scottish Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment | University | - | , |
Schools in Greenock
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars School Of Excellence | - | - | - | - |
| Lady Alice Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Notre Dame High School | - | - | - | - |
| Whinhill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Patrick's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ardgowan Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| All Saints Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| King's Oak Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lomond View Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Greenock
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Greenock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Steam Slipway | ||||
| Benmore Gallery | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Castle House Museum Dunoon | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hill House | ||||
| Kelburn Museum | ||||
| Largs Museum | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Museum of the Cumbraes | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Weaver's Cottage |
Libraries in Greenock
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumbarton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairlie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garrison House | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Greenock
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Greenock
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Greenock
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Greenock
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Greenock
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Greenock
5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Greenock
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Greenock
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Greenock
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Greenock
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Greenock
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Greenock
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Greenock
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Greenock
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 Greenock
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields 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 Greenock
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bow Road Post Office | |
| Cathcart Street Post Office | |
| Greenock Post Office | |
| James Watt Dock Post Office | |
| Murdieston Street Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Greenock
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cedar Hall | |
| Christian Fellowship | |
| Diocese of Paisley -- St. Mary's Catholic Church | |
| Elim Pentecostal Church | |
| Finnart St Paul's Church | |
| Greenock Baptist Church | |
| Greenock East United Reformed Church | |
| Greenock Methodist Church | |
| Greenock West United Reformed Church | |
| Lyle Kirk | |
| St Patrick's | |
| St. John's Episcopal Church | |
| St. Laurence | |
| The Mount Kirk | |
| The Salvation Army - Greenock | |
| Wellpark Mid-Kirk | |
| Westburn |
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UFO Sightings Near Greenock
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Greenock.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Greenock (uk/scotland) | 2009 | Greenock, Scotland, Brigh light ƹ min, the bright light moved light a plane but had no sound and was not that high in the sky. |
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What is the population of Greenock?
Greenock has a population of 41,990 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 595 people per square mile, spread across 70.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Greenock?
Greenock 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 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.
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