Knighton, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Knighton is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 3,719. Elevation: 604 ft (184 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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About Knighton
Knighton is a market town and community on the River Teme in Powys, Wales. It is located on the England–Wales border, and a small part of the town, including its railway station, lies over the border in the Shropshire parish of Stowe.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,719 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.3425°, -3.0471° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.8 inches (1,162 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Knighton
Knighton is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 3,719. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet (184 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 1,012.5 sq mi (2,622.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.3425°N, 3.0471°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 5.2 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
Knighton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 37°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.6").
Schools in Knighton
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knighton C.I.W. School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Knighton
27 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) | christmas music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - POP (MP3) | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) | chill, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hereme 2000s pop | 2000's, pop | MP3 | |
| Sunshine 855 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) | love songs, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) | classics, holiday | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - NEW (MP3) | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) | dance anthems, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) | dance, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) | music | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) | alternative | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Hereford FC | edgar street, hereford fc | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) | dance, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ALT (MP3) | alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) | pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) | dance anthems, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ONE (MP3) | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) | christmas music, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) | pop, retro | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) | anthems, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) | holiday, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) | anthems, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) | chill, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) | country | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Knighton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloverlands Model Car Collection | ||||
| Eardisland Dovecote | ||||
| Kington Museum | ||||
| Land of Lost Content | ||||
| The House on Crutches Museum | ||||
| The Judge's Lodging | ||||
| The Old Bell Museum | ||||
| Town Hall (museum) | ||||
| Weobley Museum & Local History Centre |
Libraries in Knighton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Castle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Church Stretton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craven Arms Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Montgomery Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Presteigne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Kington Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Knighton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Hall | |||||
| The Square |
Restaurants in Knighton
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Knighton
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Knighton
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Knighton
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Knighton
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Knighton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monty's Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery Sales |
Airports Near Knighton
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAF Cosford | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Shawbury | - | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berrow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ditton Priors Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hanley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hoe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ledbury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Little Down Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Longford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Michaelwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | - | Small Airport |
| Mill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nantclwyd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Oldbury on Severn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peplow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Phocle Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pillows Barn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pound Green Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shelsley Beauchamp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shifnal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sleap Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Spence Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stitchin's Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Swinmore Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tern Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| The Plassey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Knighton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Knighton Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Knighton
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| King Edward's Church | |
| Knighton Baptist Church | |
| Knighton Methodist Church | |
| St David | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Michael's |
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 Knighton?
Knighton has a population of 3,719 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,012.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Knighton?
Knighton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches.
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