West Kilbride, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
West Kilbride is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 4,700. Elevation: 167 ft (51 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 West Kilbride
West Kilbride is a village and historic parish in North Ayrshire, Scotland, on the west coast by the Firth of Clyde, looking across the Firth of Clyde to Goat Fell and the Isle of Arran. West Kilbride and adjoining districts of Seamill and Portencross are generally considered to be a small town, having a combined population of 4,393 at the 2001 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,700 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.6900°, -4.8577° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.3 inches (1,354 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About West Kilbride
West Kilbride is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 4,700. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.6900°N, 4.8577°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 | - | - | 120 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 5.9 in |
West Kilbride has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (2.8").
Schools in West Kilbride
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Kilbride Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near West Kilbride
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 West Kilbride
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub | ||||
| Big Idea | ||||
| Bute Museum | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Kelburn Museum | ||||
| Largs Museum | ||||
| Museum of the Cumbraes | ||||
| North Ayrshire Heritage Centre | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum | ||||
| West Kilbride Museum |
Libraries in West Kilbride
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bourtreehill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dreghorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairlie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Forehill Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garrison House | 0.0 | |||||
| Irvine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilwinning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Prestwick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothesay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stevenston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Troon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Kilbride Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in West Kilbride
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in West Kilbride
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in West Kilbride
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in West Kilbride
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in West Kilbride
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in West Kilbride
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in West Kilbride
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in West Kilbride
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near West Kilbride
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 West Kilbride
14 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 |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kildalloig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in West Kilbride
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bill Penny Hall | |
| Saint Brides Church | |
| West Kilbride 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 West Kilbride?
West Kilbride has a population of 4,700 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in West Kilbride?
West Kilbride has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches.
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