Langholm, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Langholm is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,160. Elevation: 262 ft (80 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

2,160 Population 296/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Langholm

Langholm

Langholm, also known colloquially as the "Muckle Toon", is a burgh in Dumfries and Galloway, southern Scotland. Langholm lies between four hills in the valley of the River Esk in the Southern Uplands.

People

Population2,160
Density296/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Population2,160
Population Density296 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates55.1510°, -2.9989°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (979 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Langholm

Langholm is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,160. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Langholm

Langholm has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (13.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1826 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.7°C / 37°F 0.4° / 4.9° 206.8
Feb 3°C / 37°F 0.3° / 5.7° 170.0
Mar 4.4°C / 40°F 1° / 7.8° 146.7
Apr 6.6°C / 44°F 2.4° / 10.7° 102.4
May 9.4°C / 49°F 4.8° / 14° 102.9
Jun 12.1°C / 54°F 7.9° / 16.4° 111.2
Jul 13.8°C / 57°F 9.6° / 18.1° 128.6
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 9.5° / 17.6° 145.4
Sep 11.4°C / 53°F 7.5° / 15.2° 132.4
Oct 8.3°C / 47°F 5.1° / 11.5° 184.8
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F 2.5° / 7.8° 190.0
Dec 2.8°C / 37°F 0.4° / 5.2° 204.9
Langholm experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates55.1510°N, 2.9989°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 109 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 139 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 143 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 144 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 120 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 41 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 146 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 124 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 133 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 44 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 144 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Langholm has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Langholm

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

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

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio funk, jazz AAC 320 kbps
Bay Trust Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Golden Decades Radio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Hear Me top pop pop, pop music MP3
TD1 Radio - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Langholm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
A World In Miniature
Gretna Green Experience
Scaleby Hill Vintage Motor Bike Museum
Solway Aviation Museum
The Devil's Porridge Museum

Libraries in Langholm

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Langholm Library0.0
Longtown Library0.0
Westerkirk Parish Library0.0

Hotels in Langholm

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buck Hotel
Eskdale hotel
The Douglas

Cafes in Langholm

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First Bite
Old Byre Tearoom
Pelosis Corner Cafe
Polla-Anna's

Theatres in Langholm

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Buccleuch Centre

Monuments in Langholm

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Drove Knowe Monument
Malcolm Monument
Mercat Cross

Castles in Langholm

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gilnockie Tower

Gas Stations in Langholm

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf

Banks in Langholm

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland

Golf Courses in Langholm

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Langholm Golf Club

Breweries in Langholm

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Borderlands Brewery

Airports Near Langholm

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
RAF Spadeadam-Medium Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield-Small Airport
Berrier Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Charterhall Airfield-Small Airport
Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Glassonby Airfield-Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Langholm

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Langholm Post Office
Rowanburn Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Langholm

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Erskine Church
Ewes Parish Church
Langholm Parish Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Langholm

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Langholm.

Name Description
Fairy Loup Waterfall

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 Langholm?

Langholm has a population of 2,160 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 296 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Langholm?

Langholm 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 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

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