Pontrhydyfen, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Pontrhydyfen is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 830. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

830 Population 215/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
69.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population830
Density215/mi²
Veterans4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain69.6 in/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Population830
Population Density215 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates51.6344°, -3.7447°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation69.6 inches (1,768 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)

About Pontrhydyfen

Pontrhydyfen is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 830. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Pontrhydyfen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 69.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates51.6344°N, 3.7447°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.6"
83% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.43"
Driest Month (May) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 147 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 92 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 27 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 13 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 42 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 97 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 145 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 81 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 44 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 81 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 104 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 35 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 38 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 45 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 46 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 82 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 81 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 38 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m - 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
February 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 5.3 in

Pontrhydyfen has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and May the driest (2.8").

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Radio Stations near Pontrhydyfen

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Celtica Radio - MP3 128 kbps
XL:UK Radio afrobeat, asian urban hits MP3 192 kbps
Easy 50s - MP3
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
RustRadio metal MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Pontrhydyfen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1940s Swansea Bay
Aberdulais Falls Visitor Centre
Afan Forest Mining museum
Cefn Coed Colliery Museum
Cefn Junction
Dylan Thomas Centre
Egypt Centre
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
Nash Point Fog Horn
National Waterfront Museum
Oriel Science
Porthcawl Museum
Swansea Museum
Swansea Museum Collections Centre
Swansea Museum Tramway Centre

Libraries in Pontrhydyfen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberkenfig Library0.0
Ammanford Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Bay Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Brynhyfryd Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Cwmafan Library0.0
Glynneath Library0.0
Hirwaun Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Neath Library0.0
Neath Port Talbot Library and Information Services0.0
Penlan Community Centre and Library0.0
Pontardawe Library0.0
Porthcawl Library0.0
Pyle Library0.0
Resolven Library0.0
Seven Sisters Community Centre0.0
Sketty Library0.0
Skewen Library0.0
Skewen Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0
Taibach Community Library0.0
Treorchy Library0.0
Ystradgynlais Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Pontrhydyfen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Neath Indoor Market
Swansea Market

Cafes in Pontrhydyfen

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bryn Bettws Lodge
Cedars Tea Shop

Stadiums & Teams in Pontrhydyfen

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Airports Near Pontrhydyfen

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gorrel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip-Small Airport
Hardwicke Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pembrey West Wales Airport-Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Talgarth Glider Field-Small Airport
Watchford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Pontrhydyfen

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mental Health Matters Wales
The Weight Loss Doctor Clinic

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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What is the population of Pontrhydyfen?

Pontrhydyfen has a population of 830 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pontrhydyfen?

Pontrhydyfen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 69.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.

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