Portscatho, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Portscatho is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,500. Elevation: 26 ft (8 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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About Portscatho
Portscatho is a coastal village on the Roseland Peninsula in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The village adjoins Gerrans on the east side of the peninsula, about seven miles (11 km) south-southeast of Truro. It has an estimated population of 1,500 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,500 |
| Population Density | 498 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.1727°, -4.9736° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.1 inches (1,018 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Portscatho
Portscatho is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,500. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Portscatho
Portscatho 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 | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 498/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.1727°N, 4.9736°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 | - | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
Portscatho has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 43°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.2").
Radio Stations near Portscatho
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 Portscatho
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Hills Tin Streams | ||||
| Constantine Museum and Archive | ||||
| Enys Gardens | ||||
| Gwithti an Pyrst A Cabinet of Folklore and Magic | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lizard Wireless Station | ||||
| Mevagissey Museum | ||||
| National Maritime Museum Cornwall | ||||
| Pendennis Castle Museum | ||||
| Penryn Museum | ||||
| Perranporth Museum | ||||
| Predannick Anti-Aircraft Battery | ||||
| Royal Cornwall Museum | ||||
| Shipwreck Treasure Museum | ||||
| St Agnes Museum | ||||
| The Core | ||||
| Wheal Martyn Clay Works |
Libraries in Portscatho
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Poetry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falmouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penryn Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Agnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Austell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Truro Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Portscatho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Par Market |
Cafes in Portscatho
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Portscatho
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Flag Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Driftwood Spars Brewery & Pub | ||||
| Dynamite Valley Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Gould Ciders & Perries | ||||
| Gweal Mellin Cider Co | ||||
| Keltek Brewery | ||||
| Lacuna Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Lizard Ales | ||||
| Pipeline Brewing Co & Taproom | ||||
| St Austell Brewery | ||||
| The Wasted Apple Co | ||||
| Touchwood Cider | ||||
| Treens Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Tremethick Brewery | ||||
| Trevors Farmhouse Cider | ||||
| Verdant Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom |
Airports Near Portscatho
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | - | Medium Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small 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 |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Portscatho
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Saint Anthony |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Portscatho?
Portscatho has a population of 1,500 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 498 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Portscatho?
Portscatho has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches.
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