Woolacombe, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Woolacombe is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 840. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 50°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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People
Climate
| Population | 840 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.1730°, -4.2069° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.8 inches (1,087 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Woolacombe
Woolacombe is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 840. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.3°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 483.8 sq mi (1,252.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.1730°N, 4.2069°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND | Avalanche | 0.4 m | - | 113 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.9 in |
Woolacombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.2").
Schools in Woolacombe
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolacombe School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Woolacombe
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XL:UK Radio | afrobeat, asian urban hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Easy 50s | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Newquay | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Woolacombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton and District Museum | ||||
| Burton at Bideford | ||||
| Carriage House | ||||
| Cobbaton Combat Museum | ||||
| Combe Martin Museum | ||||
| Fisherman's Cottage | ||||
| Great Torrington Heritage Museum | ||||
| Hele Cornmill | ||||
| Ilfracombe Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon | ||||
| Museum of British Surfing | ||||
| North Devon Maritime Museum | ||||
| St Anne's Chapel |
Libraries in Woolacombe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bideford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Braunton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Combe Martin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ilfracombe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Devon Library & Record Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Woolacombe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bideford Pannier Market | |||||
| Pannier Market |
Hotels in Woolacombe
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Woolacombe
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Woolacombe
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Woolacombe
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Woolacombe
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Woolacombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Brewery | ||||
| Clovelly Brewing Company | ||||
| Combe Brewing Company | ||||
| Country Life Brewery | ||||
| FatBelly Brewery | ||||
| GT Ales | ||||
| Honey Wood Orchard | ||||
| Madrigal Brewery & Tap | ||||
| The Buckland Brewers | ||||
| Yelland Manor Brewery |
Airports Near Woolacombe
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bethesda | - | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Woolacombe
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mortehoe Post Office | |
| Woolacombe Station Road Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Woolacombe
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Matthew's Church | |
| St. Mary’s Church | |
| Woolacombe Methodist Chapel | |
| Woolacombe 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 Woolacombe?
Woolacombe has a population of 840 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 483.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Woolacombe?
Woolacombe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches.
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