Machynlleth, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Machynlleth is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,161. Elevation: 52 ft (16 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 Machynlleth
Machynlleth is a market town, community and electoral ward in Powys, Wales, and within the historic boundaries of Montgomeryshire. It is in the Dyfi Valley at the intersection of the A487 and the A489 roads. At the 2001 Census it had a population of 2,147, rising to 2,235 in 2011. It is sometimes referred to colloquially as Mach.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,161 |
| Population Density | 496 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.5897°, -3.8531° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.6 inches (1,411 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Machynlleth
Machynlleth is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,161. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 496/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.5897°N, 3.8531°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 6.2 in |
Machynlleth has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.3") and May the driest (3.0").
Schools in Machynlleth
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Bro Hyddgen - Secondary Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Gynradd Pennal | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bro Hyddgen - Primary Campus | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Machynlleth
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Machynlleth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceredigion Museum | ||||
| Corris Railway Museum | ||||
| Sailors' Institute | ||||
| Talyllyn Railway | ||||
| The Round House | ||||
| Tŷ Gwyn and the Maritime Museum |
Libraries in Machynlleth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdovey Literary Institute | 0.0 | |||||
| Canolfan Alun R. Edwards Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hugh Owen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Machynlleth | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Wales | 0.0 | |||||
| Physical Sciences Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tywyn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Machynlleth
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle Market | |||||
| Devil's Bridge Livestock Market | |||||
| Tywyn Monday Market |
Hotels in Machynlleth
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Machynlleth
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Machynlleth
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Machynlleth
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Machynlleth
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Machynlleth
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Machynlleth
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Machynlleth
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Machynlleth
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Machynlleth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myrddins Brewery & Distillery Ltd | ||||
| Seidr Pisgah Chi |
Airports Near Machynlleth
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Airport | VLY | Medium Airport |
| Aberporth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bryngwyn Bach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dinas Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club | - | Small Airport |
| Nantclwyd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Mona | - | Small Airport |
| Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Machynlleth
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Machynlleth Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Machynlleth
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Mair Catholic Church | |
| St Peter ad Vincula | |
| St Peter's Parish Church |
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Waterfalls Near Machynlleth
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Machynlleth.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Pistyll y Llyn |
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 Machynlleth?
Machynlleth has a population of 2,161 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 496 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Machynlleth?
Machynlleth 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 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches.
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