Holyhead, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Holyhead is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 11,431. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 50°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 | 11,431 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.3062°, -4.6321° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.2 inches (817 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Holyhead
Holyhead is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 11,431. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Holyhead
Holyhead has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.9°C), the coldest is Feb (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 856 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 390.1 sq mi (1,010.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.3062°N, 4.6321°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in |
Holyhead has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and May the driest (1.7").
Schools in Holyhead
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holyhead High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary' s R.C. School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Gynradd Kingsland | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Llanfawr | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Morswyn | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Cybi | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Holyhead
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Holyhead
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holyhead at War | ||||
| Holyhead Maritime Museum | ||||
| Holyhead Maritime Museum | ||||
| Swtan Heritage Museum |
Libraries in Holyhead
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhosneigr Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Holyhead
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Holyhead
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Holyhead
14 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Holyhead
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Holyhead
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Holyhead
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Holyhead
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Holyhead
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Holyhead
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Holyhead
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Holyhead
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Airport | VLY | Medium Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dinas Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Mona | - | Small Airport |
| Rhoshirwaun | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Holyhead
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Morawelon Post Office | |
| Porth-Y-Felin Stores Newsagents | |
| Trearddur Bay Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Holyhead
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capel Tabor | |
| Holyhead English Methodist Church | |
| Hyfrydle United Church | |
| Mount Pleasant | |
| Saint David's Morawelon | |
| St Cybi's Church | |
| St Mary's | |
| Y Tabernacl |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Holyhead?
Holyhead has a population of 11,431 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 390.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Holyhead?
Holyhead has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.
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