Penygroes, United Kingdom
Wales · United Kingdom
Penygroes is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,793. Elevation: 361 ft (110 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 Penygroes
Penygroes is a village in Gwynedd, Wales. The village is located to the south of Caernarfon, and north of Porthmadog, by the A487 road. Penygroes' population stands at 1,793 at the 2011 census, of which 88% are Welsh-speaking, making it one of the most predominantly Welsh-speaking areas of the country. The population of Llanllyfni community, which includes Penygroes and Llanllyfni village, which practically adjoins Penygroes, plus Talysarn, is 4,135 according to the 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,793 |
| Population Density | 462 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.0550°, -4.2854° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.9 inches (1,191 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Penygroes
Penygroes is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,793. The city sits at an elevation of 361 feet (110 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Penygroes
Penygroes has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.9°C), the coldest is Feb (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 856 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 462/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.0550°N, 4.2854°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 5.1 in |
Penygroes has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.5") and May the driest (2.6").
Schools in Penygroes
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Llanllyfni | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Brynaerau | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Bro Lleu | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Dyffryn Nantlle | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Penygroes
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits hull & East York | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bronglais | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Penygroes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Model Village | ||||
| Anglesey Transport Museum - Tacla Taid | ||||
| Beaumaris Gaol | ||||
| Cae’r Gors | ||||
| Caernarfon Airworld Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lasynys Fawr | ||||
| Lloyd George Museum | ||||
| Llŷn Maritime Museum | ||||
| Old Quarry Hospital | ||||
| Penrhyn Castle | ||||
| Penrhyn Castle Railway Museum | ||||
| Porthmadog Maritime Museum | ||||
| Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum | ||||
| Segontium Visitor Centre | ||||
| Stone Science | ||||
| Storiel | ||||
| Thomas Telford Centre | ||||
| Waterloo Cavalry Museum | ||||
| Welsh Slate Museum |
Libraries in Penygroes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beaumaris Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bethesda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caernarfon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Criccieth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deiniol Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deiniolen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harlech Youth and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llyfrgell Llangefni | 0.0 | |||||
| Menai Bridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penrhyndeudraeth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penygroes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porthmadog library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhosneigr Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Penygroes
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llangefni Market | |||||
| Llangefni Market | |||||
| Market Square Shopping Centre |
Restaurants in Penygroes
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Penygroes
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Penygroes
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Penygroes
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Penygroes
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Penygroes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cwrw Llyn | ||||
| Purple Moose Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Penygroes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Penygroes
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Airport | VLY | Medium Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | - | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dinas Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Mona | - | Small Airport |
| Rhoshirwaun | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Penygroes
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Penygroes Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Penygroes
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Brynaerau Chapel | |
| Capel y Groes | |
| Christchurch Penygroes | |
| Eglwys St Rhedyw | |
| Saint Beuno's Church | |
| Salem Chapel | |
| Watersprings |
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Meteorites Near Penygroes
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Penygroes.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Pontlyfni | 1931 |
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What is the population of Penygroes?
Penygroes has a population of 1,793 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 462 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Penygroes?
Penygroes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches.
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