West Calder, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
West Calder is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,130. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°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 West Calder
West Calder is a village in the council area of West Lothian, Scotland, located four miles west of Livingston. Historically it is within the County of Midlothian. The village was an important centre in the oil shale industry in the 19th and 20th centuries. West Calder has its own railway station.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,130 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8519°, -3.5698° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,193 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.2 inches (16 cm) |
About West Calder
West Calder is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,130. The city sits at an elevation of 581 feet (177 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in West Calder
West Calder has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 726 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 182.1 sq mi (471.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.8519°N, 3.5698°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.8 in |
West Calder has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in West Calder
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkhead Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| West Calder High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near West Calder
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital FM Edinburgh | edinburgh, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Forth1 | pop music, popular | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| BFBS Scotland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Edge 1 | - | MP3 | |
| Radio ENRG | alternative, edinburgh | MP3 | |
| 242 RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EHFM | community radio, edinburgh | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio GH | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in West Calder
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almond Valley Heritage Centre | ||||
| Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Bennie Museum | ||||
| Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum | ||||
| Biggar Gasworks Museum | ||||
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Bo'ness Motor Museum | ||||
| Broxburn Community Museum | ||||
| Callendar House | ||||
| Culross Palace | ||||
| Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store | ||||
| Forth Bridges Light House Museum | ||||
| Heriot Watt Museum | ||||
| Kinneil Museum | ||||
| Lanark Museum | ||||
| Linlithgow Museum | ||||
| Museum of Scottish Railways | ||||
| Queensferry Museum | ||||
| Robert Owen's House | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| The Dunmore Pineapple | ||||
| The Wee Museum of Memory | ||||
| Whitburn Community Museum |
Libraries in West Calder
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almondbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balerno Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bathgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bo'ness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Smail Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carmondean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalgety Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkirk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grangemouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverkeithing Library and Heritage Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincardine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkliston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanark Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanthorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larbert Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linlithgow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meadowbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ratho Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Queensferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lex Davidson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Valleyfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Lothian Local History Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in West Calder
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balerno Farmer's Market |
Restaurants in West Calder
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in West Calder
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in West Calder
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in West Calder
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in West Calder
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in West Calder
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in West Calder
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alechemy | ||||
| Broughton Ales |
Stadiums & Teams in West Calder
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near West Calder
32 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in West Calder
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Craig Hospital |
Churches & Religious Organizations in West Calder
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady and Saint Bridget's Catholic Church | |
| West Kirk of Calder |
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What is the population of West Calder?
West Calder has a population of 3,130 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in West Calder?
West Calder has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.
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