Brae, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Brae is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 750. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

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

750 Population 615/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
48.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population750
Density615/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population750
Population Density615 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates60.3964°, -1.3530°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,240 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Brae

Brae is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 750. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Brae

Brae has an average annual temperature of 7.7°C (46°F). The hottest month is Aug (12.6°C), the coldest is Feb (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1263 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.2°C / 40°F 2.6° / 5.8° 150.5
Feb 3.8°C / 39°F 2.1° / 5.6° 126.7
Mar 4.6°C / 40°F 2.6° / 6.6° 109.4
Apr 6°C / 43°F 3.9° / 8.2° 68.1
May 8°C / 46°F 5.6° / 10.4° 57.3
Jun 10.2°C / 50°F 8° / 12.5° 59.8
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 10.1° / 14.3° 68.2
Aug 12.6°C / 55°F 10.5° / 14.6° 91.4
Sep 11°C / 52°F 9.2° / 12.9° 105.8
Oct 8.5°C / 47°F 6.8° / 10.2° 130.6
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 4.6° / 7.8° 143.3
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.9° / 6.2° 151.6
Brae experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density615/sq mi
Coordinates60.3964°N, 1.3530°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.8"
28% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.06"
Driest Month (May) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Jan 15, 2009.

Jan 15, 2009 14 km N of Scalloway, United Kingdom M3.3 15 km
Nov 22, 1990 80 km ESE of Lerwick, United Kingdom M3.0 100 km
Mar 22, 2007 75 km WSW of Sandwick, United Kingdom M2.7 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.4 in
February 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in Driest
June 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
August 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.3 in
November 44°F (6°C) 6.1 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 5.8 in

Brae has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 39°F in February to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Brae

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mossbank Primary School - - - -
Brae High School - - - -
Urafirth Primary School - - - -
Ollaberry Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Brae

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SIBC 96.2fm, local emphasis MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Brae

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bressay Heritage Centre
Shetland Museum and Archives
Shetland Textile Museum
Tangwick Haa Museum
The Cabin Museum

Libraries in Brae

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Shetland Library0.0

Hotels in Brae

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brae Hotel
Busta House
St Magnus Bay Hotel

Restaurants in Brae

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Busta House
Frankie's Fish & Chips
Northern lights

Gas Stations in Brae

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #3877776944
GB #3883710410

Airports Near Brae

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sumburgh AirportLSIMedium Airport
Fetlar Airstrip-Small Airport
Foula AirfieldFOASmall Airport
Lerwick / Tingwall AirportLWKSmall Airport
Out Skerries Airfield-Small Airport
Papa Stour Airstrip-Small Airport
Unst Airfield-Small Airport
Whalsay AirstripWHSSmall Airport

Post Offices in Brae

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Aith Post Office
Brae Post Office
Mossbank Post Office
Ollaberry Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Brae

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Brae Church of Scotland

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 Brae

What is the population of Brae?

Brae has a population of 750 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 615 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Brae?

Brae has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 48.8 inches.

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