Pwllheli, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Pwllheli is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 3,947. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

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

3,947 Population 19/sq mi density

23 ft Elevation 7 meters

50°F Avg Temperature 10°C

41.2 in Annual Rain

Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population3,947

Density19/mi²

Veterans4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

Rain41.2 in/yr

Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Population	3,947
Population Density	19 / sq mi
Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates	52.8899°, -4.4145°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	Wales
Average Temperature	50°F (10°C)
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	41.2 inches (1,047 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pwllheli

Pwllheli is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 3,947. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Pwllheli experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	49.8°F
	8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Area	210.6 sq mi (545.5 km²)
Population Density	19/sq mi
Coordinates	52.8899°N, 4.4145°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.2"

8% above United Kingdom avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Nov) 4.76"

Driest Month (May) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990	4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom	M4.7	116 km
Oct 25, 1999	10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom	M4.5	131 km
Feb 17, 2018	5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom	M4.3	135 km
May 29, 2013	14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom	M3.8	20 km
Mar 7, 1996	3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom	M3.8	111 km
Feb 14, 2005	2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom	M3.8	56 km
May 30, 2022	2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom	M3.6	120 km
Mar 17, 1994	5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom	M3.5	81 km
Jul 29, 1992	8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom	M3.5	30 km
Feb 24, 2023	1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom	M3.4	148 km
Sep 1, 1999	4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom	M3.3	46 km
Feb 10, 1994	2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom	M3.3	42 km
Jun 16, 1991	11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom	M3.3	104 km
Aug 25, 2013	23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom	M3.2	130 km
Sep 17, 1993	3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom	M3.2	137 km
May 26, 2015	6 km WSW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom	M3.0	26 km
Jun 26, 2013	14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom	M2.8	21 km
May 6, 1996	2 km NNW of Basford, Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom	M2.8	147 km
Oct 16, 1998	1 km WSW of Y Felinheli, United Kingdom	M2.7	35 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	4.1 in	Coldest
February	42°F (5°C)	3.0 in
March	44°F (6°C)	3.4 in
April	47°F (8°C)	2.5 in
May	52°F (11°C)	2.3 in	Driest
June	56°F (13°C)	2.6 in
July	59°F (15°C)	2.6 in
August	59°F (15°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
September	56°F (14°C)	3.6 in
October	52°F (11°C)	4.4 in
November	47°F (8°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
December	43°F (6°C)	4.5 in

Pwllheli has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Pwllheli

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Ysgol Glan y Môr	-	-	-	-
Ysgol Cymerau	-	-	-	-
Ysgol Gynradd Abererch	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Pwllheli

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Radio Bronglais	-	MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Pwllheli

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Cae’r Gors
Caernarfon Airworld Museum
Lloyd George Museum
Llŷn Maritime Museum
Plas yn Rhiw
Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum
Segontium Visitor Centre

Libraries in Pwllheli

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
Criccieth Library		0.0
Penygroes Library		0.0

Hotels in Pwllheli

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crown Hotel

The Victoria

Restaurants in Pwllheli

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cegin Diego's Kitchen

Eats@Plasheli

Pwllheli Tandoori

Restaurant San Carlo

Smashed and Lit

The Bamboo House

The Jewel In The Crown

Whitehall

Cafes in Pwllheli

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buffers Cafe

Caffi Bistro

Caffi Largo

Caffi Sol

Costa

Kitty's Sandwich Bar

Nomi

Pili Palas

Clinics in Pwllheli

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #460675600

Dentists in Pwllheli

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deintyddfa Glandwr (Dentist)

GB #1076202853

Penlan Dental Care

Pwllheli Dental

Train Stations in Pwllheli

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abererch

Pwllheli

Bus Stations in Pwllheli

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pwllheli Bus Station

Gas Stations in Pwllheli

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #89899795

Banks in Pwllheli

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HSBC UK

NatWest

Principality Building Society

Golf Courses in Pwllheli

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pwllheli Golf Course

Breweries in Pwllheli

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cwrw Llyn

Stadiums & Teams in Pwllheli

Team	League	Division

Airports Near Pwllheli

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 Pwllheli

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Pwllheli Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pwllheli

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Ala Road English Presbyterian Church
Capel Salem
Capel y Drindod
Deugorn Chapel Of Rest
Holy Cross, Llannor
Penlan
St Cawrdaf
St Joseph's Catholic Church
St Peters

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UFO Sightings

Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database

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UFO Sightings Near Pwllheli

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Pwllheli.

Name	Year	Description
Pwllheli (uk/wales)	2012	About 11 pm of GMT I saw over my window something like a commet flying or as I was thinking&#44 falling&#44 as approaching-I expected the im

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Pwllheli

What is the population of Pwllheli?

Pwllheli has a population of 3,947 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 210.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pwllheli?

Pwllheli has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches.

Nearby Cities

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