Lochgilphead, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Lochgilphead is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,300. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 49°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 Lochgilphead
Lochgilphead is a town and former burgh in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, with a population of around 2,300 people. It is the administrative centre of Argyll and Bute Council. The village lies at the end of Loch Gilp and lies on the banks of the Crinan Canal. Lochgilphead sits on the A83, with Ardrishaig 2 miles (3 km) to the south and Inveraray 24 miles (39 km) to the north-east; Oban lies 37 miles (60 km) north on the A816.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,300 |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0380°, -5.4321° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.5 inches (1,715 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lochgilphead
Lochgilphead is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,300. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0380°N, 5.4321°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 | - | - | 69 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 7.5 in |
Lochgilphead has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 67.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.0") and May the driest (3.2").
Colleges & Universities in Lochgilphead
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argyll College UHI - CERC | University | - | , |
| Argyll College UHI - Lochgilphead | University | - | , |
Schools in Lochgilphead
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilmartin Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lochgilphead Joint Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Glassary Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lochgilphead
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Lochgilphead
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Kilmartin House Museum | ||||
| The Egg Shed |
Libraries in Lochgilphead
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lochgilphead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tarbert Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Lochgilphead
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lochgilphead
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lochgilphead
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Lochgilphead
6 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lochgilphead
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lochgilphead
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lochgilphead
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Lochgilphead
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glencoe Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Lochgilphead
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Campbeltown Airport | CAL | Medium Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Conaglen House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gigha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glenforsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glensanda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kildalloig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilfinichen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Knockrome Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oban Airport | OBN | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lochgilphead
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Village Store |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lochgilphead
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church | |
| Kilmichael Parish Church | |
| Loch Gair | |
| Lochgilphead Baptist Church | |
| St Margret's |
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UFO Sightings Near Lochgilphead
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Lochgilphead.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kilmartin (uk/scotland) | 2010 | I was a traingle shaped craft from the hills and followed it till I couldn't see it nomore. |
| Kilmartin (uk/scotland) | 2009 | fast bright light that shot straight up into the sky. |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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Lochgilphead has a population of 2,300 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
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Lochgilphead has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 67.5 inches.
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