Muirkirk, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Muirkirk is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,420. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°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 Muirkirk
Muirkirk is a small village in East Ayrshire, southwest Scotland. It is located on the north bank of the River Ayr, between Cumnock and Glenbuck on the A70.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,420 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.5227°, -4.0655° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.1 inches (1,602 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Muirkirk
Muirkirk is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,420. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.5227°N, 4.0655°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 7.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 7.1 in |
Muirkirk has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and June the driest (3.2").
Schools in Muirkirk
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smallburn Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Muirkirk Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Muirkirk
18 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Muirkirk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baird Institute | ||||
| Darvel Telephone Museum | ||||
| Douglas Heritage Museum | ||||
| Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum |
Libraries in Muirkirk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carluke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cumnock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eaglesham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Kilbride Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenhills Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larkhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesmahagow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Leonards Library & Community Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehouse Library | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in Muirkirk
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Muirkirk
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Muirkirk
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Muirkirk
2 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 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Muirkirk
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Falgunzeon Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lennox Plunton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wigtown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Muirkirk
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Muirkirk Parish Church | |
| St Thomas |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Muirkirk?
Muirkirk has a population of 1,420 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Muirkirk?
Muirkirk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 63.1 inches.
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