Portland, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Portland is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 13,558. Elevation: 36 ft (11 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
Discover Portland, United Kingdom
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,558 |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5675°, -2.4447° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Portland
Portland is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 13,558. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Portland
Portland has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.8°C), the coldest is Jan (7.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1099 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5675°N, 2.4447°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 40 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in |
Portland has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").
Radio Stations near Portland
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtra Hot | bournemouth, community | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Hot Gold | 70s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Wimborne | community radio station | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Alfred | community news | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Portland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castletown D-Day Centre | ||||
| Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| Dorset Museum | ||||
| Mill House Cider Museum | ||||
| Nothe Fort | ||||
| Portland Museum | ||||
| Terracotta Warriors Museum | ||||
| The Keep Military Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| The Tutankhamun Exhibition | ||||
| Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum | ||||
| Tudor House | ||||
| Weymouth Museum | ||||
| Weymouth Museum |
Libraries in Portland
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickerell Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crossways Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Littlemoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Puddletown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tank Museum Library and Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| Weymouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wool Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Portland
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Market |
Hotels in Portland
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Portland
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Portland
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Portland
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Portland
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Portland
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Piddle Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Portland
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Portland
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| South Wilts Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Portland
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| MoD Boscombe Down | - | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerchalke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerswaine Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Edington Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melbury Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Chinnock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Netheravon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Newton Peveril Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Old Sarum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Keevil | - | Small Airport |
| Ranston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spire-View Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Upavon Aerodrome | UPV | Small Airport |
| Warren Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Portland
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Reach West |
Quick Facts
🇬🇧 About United Kingdom
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Portland.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Portland
What is the population of Portland?
Portland has a population of 13,558 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
What is the weather like in Portland?
Portland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.
Nearby Cities
Want every data point for Portland?
The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.
Full City Profile