Penzance, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Penzance is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 20,734. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°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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People
Climate
| Population | 20,734 |
| Population Density | 4,155 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.1186°, -5.5372° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.5 inches (1,105 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Penzance
Penzance is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 20,734. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Penzance
Penzance has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.1°C), the coldest is Feb (6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,155/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.1186°N, 5.5372°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in |
Penzance has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 44°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (2.1").
Schools in Penzance
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolitho School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Catholic School, Penzance | - | - | - | - |
| Pensans Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Humphry Davy School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's C of E Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Alverton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gulval School | - | - | - | - |
| Newlyn School | - | - | - | - |
| Penwith Alternative Provision Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Nancealverne School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Penzance
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Penzance
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Sea Rescue | ||||
| Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden | ||||
| Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden | ||||
| Coast The Exhibition | ||||
| Geevor Tin Mine | ||||
| Hard Rock Museum | ||||
| Levant Mine and Beam Engine | ||||
| Marizion Museum | ||||
| Penlee House Gallery | ||||
| Penlee House, Gallery & Museum | ||||
| Porthcurno Telegraph Museum | ||||
| Rowena Cade Exhibition | ||||
| St Ives Archive | ||||
| St Ives Museum | ||||
| The End to End Story | ||||
| The Leach Pottery |
Libraries in Penzance
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Exchange Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hayle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morrab Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penzance Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Ives Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Just Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Penzance
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drill Hall | |||||
| Farmer's Market | |||||
| Porthleven Harbour Market |
Hotels in Penzance
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Penzance
24 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Penzance
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Penzance
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Penzance
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Penzance
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Penzance
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Penzance
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Penzance
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Penzance
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Penzance
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Penzance
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Penzance
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Penzance
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Penzance
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornish Crown Brewery | ||||
| Penzance Brewing Company | ||||
| Polgoon Vineyard & Orchard | ||||
| Skreach West Country Cider | ||||
| St Ives Cider Company | ||||
| The Mussel Shoals |
Airports Near Penzance
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | - | Medium Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Land's End Airport | LEQ | Small Airport |
| Lower Botrea | - | Small Airport |
| Perranporth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Polpidnick Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Porthtowan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Predannack Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Penzance
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gulval Mobile Post Office Service | |
| Newlyn Mobile Service Post Office | |
| Penzance Post Office | |
| St Clare Street Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Penzance
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel Street Methodist Church | |
| Clarence Street Baptist Chapel | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| St Gulval | |
| St John the Baptist | |
| St. Peter's Church | |
| The Salvation Army - Penzance | |
| Trinity Methodist Church |
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UFO Sightings Near Penzance
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Penzance.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Penzance (cornwall) (uk/england) | 2009 | Constant Orange light over Fishing Village of Newlyn, Cornwall, England. No Navigation lights or engine noise. |
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What is the population of Penzance?
Penzance has a population of 20,734 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4,155 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Penzance?
Penzance has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches.
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