Kilbirnie, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Kilbirnie is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,340. Elevation: 184 ft (56 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 Kilbirnie
Kilbirnie is a town situated in the Garnock Valley of North Ayrshire, on the west coast of Scotland. It is around 20 miles (30 km) southwest of Glasgow and approximately 10 miles from Paisley and 13 miles from Irvine respectively. Historically, the town's main industries were flax production and weaving before iron and steelmaking took over in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The suburb of Kilbirnie in the New Zealand capital of Wellington is named after the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,340 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.7508°, -4.6879° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.5 inches (1,688 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.6 inches (27 cm) |
About Kilbirnie
Kilbirnie is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 7,340. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.7508°N, 4.6879°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 | - | - | 125 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 6.8 in |
Kilbirnie has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and May the driest (3.2").
Schools in Kilbirnie
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garnock Community Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Moorpark Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Bridget's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Spark of Genius - Caledonian School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kilbirnie
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Kilbirnie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's Club | ||||
| Batchelor's Club | ||||
| Big Idea | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Castle House Museum Dunoon | ||||
| Dean Castle Country Park Rural Life Centre | ||||
| Dick Institute | ||||
| Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Weaver's Cottage | ||||
| Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum | ||||
| West Kilbride Museum |
Libraries in Kilbirnie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Fisher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bellfield Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishopton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bourtreehill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dreghorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumbarton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Erskine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairlie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferguslie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Foxbar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garrison House | 0.0 | |||||
| Hurlford Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Irvine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilwinning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Tweedie Hall and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Springside Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Stevenston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lorimer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Troon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Kilbride Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kilbirnie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilmarnock Indoor Market |
Cafes in Kilbirnie
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kilbirnie
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kilbirnie
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kilbirnie
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kilbirnie
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kilbirnie
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 Kilbirnie
18 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 |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | - | 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 Kilbirnie
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kilbirnie Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilbirnie
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gospel Hall | |
| St Brigid's Church | |
| St Columba's Church | |
| The Salvation Army - Kilbirnie |
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What is the population of Kilbirnie?
Kilbirnie has a population of 7,340 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kilbirnie?
Kilbirnie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.
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