Rhu, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Rhu is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,970. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°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 Rhu
Rhu is a village and historic parish on the east shore of the Gare Loch in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,970 |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0167°, -4.7667° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.9 inches (1,878 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rhu
Rhu is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,970. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0167°N, 4.7667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 8.2 in |
Rhu has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 74.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.0") and June the driest (3.7").
Schools in Rhu
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lomond School Sports Facilities | - | - | - | - |
| Rhu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rhu
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rhu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Steam Slipway | ||||
| Benmore Gallery | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Castle House Museum Dunoon | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hill House | ||||
| Kelburn Museum | ||||
| Largs Museum | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Weaver's Cottage |
Libraries in Rhu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumbarton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rhu
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rhu
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rhu
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Rhu
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Glencoe Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Rhu
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oban Airport | OBN | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rhu
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Rhu and Shandon Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhu
What is the population of Rhu?
Rhu has a population of 1,970 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
What is the weather like in Rhu?
Rhu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches.
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