Whithorn, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Whithorn is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 780. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

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

780 Population
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
40.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population780

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Population780
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates54.7323°, -4.4156°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation40.7 inches (1,034 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Whithorn

Whithorn is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 780. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Whithorn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates54.7323°N, 4.4156°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.53"
Driest Month (May) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 110 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 115 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 137 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 64 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 143 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 103 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 42°F (6°C) 4.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in

Whithorn has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Whithorn

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Port William Primary School - - - -
Whithorn Primary School - - - -
Garlieston Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Whithorn

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Whithorn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Newton Stewart

Libraries in Whithorn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Newton Stewart Library and Public Services0.0

Restaurants in Whithorn

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Pheasant

Cafes in Whithorn

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Hive
The Hive

Theatres in Whithorn

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Swallow Theatre

Castles in Whithorn

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ravenstone Castle
Sorbie Tower

Gas Stations in Whithorn

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #12463699971
GB #1775124849

Golf Courses in Whithorn

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Burrowhead Holiday Village Pitch and Putt course
St Medan Golf Club

Airports Near Whithorn

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Isle of Man AirportIOMLarge Airport
Andreas Airfield-Small Airport
Andreas-Ballavoddan House Airstrip-Small Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Castle Kennedy Airfield-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Mount Rule Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Whithorn

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Garlieston Mobile Post Office Service
Port William Post Office
Whithorn Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Whithorn

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Scotland
Cruggleton Church
Cruggleton Church
Glasserton Kirk
Sorbie Parish Church
Whithorn 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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Whithorn has a population of 780 residents and is located in United Kingdom..

What is the weather like in Whithorn?

Whithorn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches.

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