Wemyss Bay, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Wemyss Bay is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,430. Elevation: 33 ft (10 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
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About Wemyss Bay
Wemyss Bay is a village on the coast of the Firth of Clyde in Inverclyde in the west central Lowlands of Scotland. It is in the traditional county of Renfrewshire. It is adjacent to Skelmorlie, North Ayrshire. The town and villages have always been in separate counties, divided by the Kelly Burn.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,430 |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8761°, -4.8895° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.6 inches (1,615 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wemyss Bay
Wemyss Bay is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,430. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8761°N, 4.8895°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 | - | - | 107 km |
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 |
Wemyss Bay 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").
Schools in Wemyss Bay
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wemyss Bay Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wemyss Bay
5 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 | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Wemyss Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benmore Gallery | ||||
| Bute Museum | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Castle House Museum Dunoon | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hill House | ||||
| Kelburn Museum | ||||
| Largs Museum | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Museum of the Cumbraes | ||||
| North Ayrshire Heritage Centre | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| West Kilbride Museum |
Libraries in Wemyss Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairlie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garrison House | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilwinning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothesay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stevenston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Kilbride Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Wemyss Bay
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Wemyss Bay
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wemyss Bay
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wemyss Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Wemyss Bay
2 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 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Wemyss Bay
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large 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 Airport | OBN | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wemyss Bay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Skelmorlie & Wemyss Bay Parish Church | |
| St Joseph's and St Patrick's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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Wemyss Bay 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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