Greater Glasgow Map
Interactive map of Greater Glasgow with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
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 60°F (16°C) in Greater Glasgow with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 53°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.8/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Greater Glasgow is June and July. 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 slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is 7°F above the 55°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Greater Glasgow today at 8.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Greater Glasgow
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
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 | 7:56 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June and July |
| Climate | Temperate |
Maps of each city in Greater Glasgow
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Cities map of Greater Glasgow
1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas
Neighboring counties and metropolitan areas in Scotland
Sorted by distance from Greater Glasgow.
Getting to Greater Glasgow
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 187 mi
- Edinburgh · 42 mi · roughly 57 min driving
- Belfast · 110 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
- Inverness · 111 mi · roughly 2.6 h driving
- Windermere · 115 mi · roughly 2.7 h driving
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 120 mi · roughly 2.8 h driving
- Liverpool · 177 mi · roughly 4.1 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Greater Glasgow
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 187 mi | Dublin |
Things to do in Greater Glasgow
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Greater Glasgow.
Explore Greater Glasgow
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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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 60°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Greater Glasgow?
June and July 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 7:56 AM.
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 October 5, 2026 at 7:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
