Aberlady, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Aberlady is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,190. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

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

1,190 Population 4/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Aberlady

Aberlady

Aberlady is a coastal village in the Scottish council area of East Lothian. The village had an estimated population of
1,260 in 2020.

People

Population1,190
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population1,190
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates56.0088°, -2.8585°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)

About Aberlady

Aberlady is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,190. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Aberlady experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area331.2 sq mi (857.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates56.0088°N, 2.8585°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
16% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 7.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.40"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 28, 2008.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 98 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 112 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 100 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 81 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 150 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 138 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 99 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 116 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in

Aberlady has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Aberlady

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aberlady Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Aberlady

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Capital FM Edinburgh edinburgh, pop MP3 128 kbps
Forth1 pop music, popular AAC+ 47 kbps
East Coast FM Haddington easy listening MP3 320 kbps
BFBS Scotland - AAC+ 64 kbps
Edge 1 - MP3
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
TD1 Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
242 RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
EHFM community radio, edinburgh MP3 192 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio - MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Aberlady

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1722 Waggonway Heritage Centre
Auld Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre
Buckhaven Museum
Coastal Communities Museum
Dalkeith Museum
Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre
John Gray Centre
Methil Heritage Centre
Musselburgh Museum
Myreton Motor Museum
National Mining Museum Scotland
National Museum of Flight
Preston Mill
Prestongrange Mining Museum
Scottish Fisheries Museum
Scottish Seabird Centre
St Monans Heritage Collection
Wemyss Cave Museum & Visitor Centre

Libraries in Aberlady

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Buckhaven Library0.0
Colinsburgh Galloway Library0.0
Dalkeith Library0.0
East Linton Library0.0
Elie Library0.0
George Waterston Library0.0
Gorebridge Library0.0
John Gray Centre0.0
Kennoway Library0.0
Largo Library and Community Hub0.0
Leven Library0.0
Longniddry Library and Community Centre0.0
Mayfield Library0.0
Methil Library0.0
Musselburgh Library0.0
Newbattle Library0.0
Newtongrange Library0.0
North Berwick Library0.0
Pittenweem Library0.0
St Monans Library0.0
Tranent Library0.0
Waid Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Aberlady

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Fortune Sunday Market
Haddington Farmers' Market
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Hotels in Aberlady

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Leddie

Restaurants in Aberlady

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Craigielaw Golf Club
Grace of India
Old Aberlady Inn

Cafes in Aberlady

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gosford Farm Bothy Shop and Cafe

Monuments in Aberlady

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mercat Cross

Castles in Aberlady

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Luffness House

Golf Courses in Aberlady

4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Craigielaw Golf Club
Craigielaw Golf Course
Kilspindie Golf Club
Luffness New Golf Club

Breweries in Aberlady

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Archerfield Fine Ales
Cross Borders Brewing Co.
Futtle

Stadiums & Teams in Aberlady

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aberlady

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Archerfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Baldardo Field-Small Airport
Balgone Airstrip-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Charterhall Airfield-Small Airport
East Fortune Airfield-Small Airport
Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fife Airport-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Forfar Airstrip-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Kingsmuir Airfield-Small Airport
Kirriemuir Farm Strip-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Montrose Airstrip-Small Airport
Nairns Mains Airstrip-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Aberlady

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Gateway to Recovery Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aberlady

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aberlady 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Aberlady

What is the population of Aberlady?

Aberlady has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aberlady?

Aberlady has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.

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