Alford, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Alford is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,520. Elevation: 489 ft (149 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°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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About Alford
Alford is a large village in Aberdeenshire, north-east Scotland, lying just south of the River Don. It lies within the Howe of Alford which occupies the middle reaches of the River Don.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,520 |
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.2326°, -2.7030° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.9 inches (836 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alford
Alford is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,520. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet (149 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Alford
Alford has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 836 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.2326°N, 2.7030°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.0 in |
Alford has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Alford
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craigievar School | - | - | - | - |
| Lumsden School | - | - | - | - |
| Tough School | - | - | - | - |
| Tullynessle School | - | - | - | - |
| Keig School | - | - | - | - |
| Alford Community Campus | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alford
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mearns FM | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Alford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alford Heritage Centre & Museum | ||||
| Alford Valley Railway | ||||
| Banchory Museum | ||||
| Grampian Transport Museum | ||||
| Insch Connection Museum | ||||
| The Bus Collection At Alford |
Libraries in Alford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brander Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Insch Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Alford
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alford
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alford
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Alford
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alford
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Alford
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Alford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deeside Brewery |
Ski Resorts Near Alford
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenshee Ski Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Garthdee Ski Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Alford
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen International Airport | ABZ | Large Airport |
| RAF Lossiemouth | LMO | Medium Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Boyndie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Easter Nether Cabra Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Easterton Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Insch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kirriemuir Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Laurencekirk | - | Small Airport |
| Montrose Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Netherley Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Meldrum | - | Small Airport |
| Pittodrie-House | - | Small Airport |
| Shempston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Viewfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Whiterashes Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alford
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alford Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alford
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Howe Trinity Parish Church | |
| Keig Parish Church | |
| St Andrew's Episcopal Church | |
| Tough Parish Church |
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UFO Sightings Near Alford
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Alford.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Alford (aberdeenshire)(uk/scotland) | 2012 | ((HOAX??)) Flaming orange orbs above car. One viewing my car slow moving orbs. Misty background. |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Alford
What is the population of Alford?
Alford has a population of 2,520 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
What is the weather like in Alford?
Alford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.9 inches.
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