Sandbank, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Sandbank is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,310. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

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

1,310 Population
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
63.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Sandbank

Sandbank

Sandbank is a village in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It is located 2.5 miles north of Dunoon on the coastal A815 or the inland A885. It sits on the southern shore of the Holy Loch, a sea loch of the Firth of Clyde.

People

Population1,310

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain63.6 in/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population1,310
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates55.9820°, -4.9497°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation63.6 inches (1,615 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sandbank

Sandbank is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,310. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Sandbank experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 63.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates55.9820°N, 4.9497°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.6"
67% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.52"
Driest Month (May) 3.27"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 107 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 68 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 107 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 138 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 83 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 39 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 100 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 128 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 39 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 68 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 51 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 55 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 32 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 38 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake - - 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 7.5 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 4.8 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 5.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 6.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 6.8 in
November 44°F (6°C) 6.9 in
December 40°F (5°C) 7.1 in

Sandbank has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.5") and May the driest (3.3").

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Schools in Sandbank

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sandbank Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sandbank

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Johnstone Sound - MP3 320 kbps
Quality Radio - MP3

Museums in Sandbank

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auchindrain
Benmore Gallery
Bute Museum
Cartoon Exhibition
Castle House Museum Dunoon
Colintraive Heritage Centre
Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre
Hill House
Inveraray Jail
Kelburn Museum
Largs Museum
McLean Museum and Art Gallery
Museum of the Cumbraes
Scottish Submarine Centre
Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum
Strachur Smiddy

Libraries in Sandbank

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Fairlie Library0.0
Garrison House0.0
Largs Library0.0
Rothesay Library0.0
Watt Memorial Library0.0

Hotels in Sandbank

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cot House Hotel
The Coylet Inn

Cafes in Sandbank

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Benmore Gardens Cafeteria
Sheila's Diner
The Holy Loch Coffee Shop

Castles in Sandbank

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Benmore House
Dunans Castle

Gas Stations in Sandbank

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #455607019

Stadiums & Teams in Sandbank

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Ski Resorts Near Sandbank

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 Sandbank

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Campbeltown AirportCALMedium Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Bute Airfield-Small Airport
Carlung Farm-Small Airport
Glensanda Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kildalloig Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Oban AirportOBNSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Sandbank

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sandbank Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandbank

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kilmun Parish Church

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 Sandbank?

Sandbank has a population of 1,310 residents and is located in United Kingdom..

What is the weather like in Sandbank?

Sandbank has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 63.6 inches.

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