Kilcreggan, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Kilcreggan is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,270. Elevation: 43 ft (13 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

1,270 Population 18/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
65.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Kilcreggan

Kilcreggan

Kilcreggan is a village on the Rosneath Peninsula in Argyll and Bute, West of Scotland.

People

Population1,270
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain65.2 in/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population1,270
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates55.9846°, -4.8210°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation65.2 inches (1,657 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kilcreggan

Kilcreggan is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,270. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 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.

Kilcreggan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area70.6 sq mi (182.8 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates55.9846°N, 4.8210°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.2"
72% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.80"
Driest Month (May) 3.39"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 110 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 76 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 110 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 141 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 91 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 32 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 104 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 123 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 32 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 76 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 55 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 47 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 40 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 32 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake - - 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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

Kilcreggan 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").

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Schools in Kilcreggan

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kilcreggan Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kilcreggan

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 Kilcreggan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Balloch Steam Slipway
Benmore Gallery
Bute Museum
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
Strachur Smiddy

Libraries in Kilcreggan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Balloch Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bridge of Weir community library0.0
Cardross Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Fairlie Library0.0
Garrison House0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Largs Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Rothesay Library0.0
Watt Memorial Library0.0

Cafes in Kilcreggan

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café at Kilcreggan

Castles in Kilcreggan

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Craigownie Castle

Stadiums & Teams in Kilcreggan

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Ski Resorts Near Kilcreggan

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 Kilcreggan

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Bute Airfield-Small Airport
Carlung Farm-Small Airport
Glensanda Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kildalloig Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Oban AirportOBNSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kilcreggan

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kilcreggan Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kilcreggan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Craigrownie Church
Craigrownie Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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What is the population of Kilcreggan?

Kilcreggan has a population of 1,270 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 70.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kilcreggan?

Kilcreggan 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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