Geography of Greater Glasgow
Geography of Greater Glasgow: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Greater Glasgow
Edinburgh Castle is 41 mi to the east, Old Town is 41 mi to the east, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is 42 mi to the east and Edinburgh is 42 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 55°51′51.1″N 4°15′6.5″W (55.8642, -4.2518)
Quick facts about Greater Glasgow
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | Scotland |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°51′51.1″N 4°15′6.5″W (55.8642, -4.2518) |
| Population | 1.200.000 |
| Local time | 5:04 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by city in Greater Glasgow
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Summary
Greater Glasgow is a county in Scotland. Greater Glasgow is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 1.2 million.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in Greater Glasgow with clear. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 53°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 23%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Greater Glasgow is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 187 mi away. Nearby highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Loch Ness and Lake District National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is in line with the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Greater Glasgow today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Greater Glasgow month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 34° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 45° | 37° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 50° | 38° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 40° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 47° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 53° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 65° | 53° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 49° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 55° | 46° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 48° | 38° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 38° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Greater Glasgow?
Greater Glasgow is a county in Scotland. Its coordinates are 55.8642, -4.2518. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Greater Glasgow right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Greater Glasgow?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Greater Glasgow, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Greater Glasgow in?
Greater Glasgow observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:04 PM.
How many people live in Greater Glasgow?
Greater Glasgow has a population of approximately 1.2 million.
What is the nearest airport to Greater Glasgow?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 187 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Greater Glasgow?
Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Loch Ness, Lake District National Park, Isle of Skye and Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in Greater Glasgow?
Greater Glasgow covers 1 places in this atlas, including Glasgow.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 5:04 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
