Tarbert, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Tarbert is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°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 Tarbert
Tarbert is a village in the west of Scotland, in the Argyll and Bute council area. It is built at the head of an inlet of Loch Fyne called East Loch Tarbert, on a narrow isthmus which connects Kintyre to the south with Knapdale to the north and separates East Loch Tarbert from the much longer West Loch Tarbert which leads to the Sound of Jura and the Atlantic. Tarbert had a recorded population of 1,338 in the 2001 Census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,130 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8628°, -5.4162° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.2 inches (1,733 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarbert
Tarbert is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.8628°N, 5.4162°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 | - | - | 81 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 7.6 in |
Tarbert has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 68.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.2") and May the driest (3.3").
Schools in Tarbert
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarbert Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Skipness Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Tarbert
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| The Egg Shed |
Libraries in Tarbert
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lochgilphead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tarbert Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tarbert
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tarbert
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tarbert
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Tarbert
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tarbert
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tarbert
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Campbeltown Airport | CAL | Medium Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Gigha Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glenforsa Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glensanda Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kildalloig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilfinichen Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Knockrome Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oban Airport | OBN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarbert
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Tarbert Loch Fyne Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Tarbert?
Tarbert has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarbert?
Tarbert has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches.
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