Ardersier, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Ardersier is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,190. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°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 Ardersier
Ardersier is a small former fishing village in the Scottish Highlands on the Moray Firth near Fort George, between Inverness and Nairn. Its name may be an anglicisation of the Gaelic "Àird nan Saor", or "Headland of the joiners", one local legend being that carpenters working on the construction of ecclesiastical buildings on the other side of the Moray Firth were quartered here.. however, the name Ardersier is documented centuries before the Cathedrals of Fortrose and Elgin were built, and it is more likely that the name signifies its topography - a high prominence.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,190 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.5668°, -4.0378° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (799 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ardersier
Ardersier is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,190. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Ardersier
Ardersier has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Dec (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 664 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 171.2 sq mi (443.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.5668°N, 4.0378°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in |
Ardersier has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Ardersier
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ardersier Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ardersier
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ardersier
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abertarff House | ||||
| Behind the Radar | ||||
| Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre | ||||
| Groam House Museum | ||||
| Hugh Miller's Museum and Cottage | ||||
| Invergordon Naval Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Inverness Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Nairn Museum | ||||
| Rosemarkie Bay Exhibition | ||||
| Tain & District Museum | ||||
| Tain & District Museum and Clan Ross Centre | ||||
| The Highlanders' Museum | ||||
| The Old Court house | ||||
| The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre |
Libraries in Ardersier
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cromarty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Invergordon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nairn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tain Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Ardersier
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ardersier
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ardersier
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ardersier
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ardersier
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ardersier
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ardersier
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromarty Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Ardersier
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ardersier
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenshee Ski Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ardersier
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inverness Airport | INV | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lossiemouth | LMO | Medium Airport |
| Ballone Castle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bennetsfield Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Culbokie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dornoch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Easter Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Easterton Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Feshiebridge Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Augustus Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Knockbain Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kylarrick House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shempston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tain Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tullochgribban-High Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ardersier
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ardersier Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ardersier
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapel | |
| Croy & Dalcross Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Ardersier?
Ardersier has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 171.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ardersier?
Ardersier has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.
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