Carnoustie, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Carnoustie is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 11,360. Elevation: 49 ft (15 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
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,360 |
| Population Density | 8,057 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.5026°, -2.7053° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.4 inches (720 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carnoustie
Carnoustie is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 11,360. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Carnoustie
Carnoustie has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,057/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.5026°N, 2.7053°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.6 in |
Carnoustie has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.8").
Schools in Carnoustie
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnoustie High School | - | - | - | - |
| Carlogie Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Woodlands Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Burnside Primary School Grounds | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Carnoustie
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dundee Radio Club | community radio, field recordings | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio GH | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tay Bridges Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| NOW Radio 80s | 80's, 80s | MP3 | |
| Mearns FM | - | MP3 96 kbps |
Museums in Carnoustie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Pettigrew Museum | ||||
| Brechin Town House Museum | ||||
| Broughty Castle Museum | ||||
| Crail Museum and Heritage Centre | ||||
| Dundee Museum of Transport | ||||
| Meffan Institute Museum & Gallery | ||||
| Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre | ||||
| Montrose Museum | ||||
| MUSA Collections Centre | ||||
| R&A World Golf Museum | ||||
| Signal Tower Museum | ||||
| St Andrews Castle Visitor Centre | ||||
| St Andrews Cathedral Museum | ||||
| St Andrews Museum | ||||
| St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum | ||||
| St Vigeans Sculptured Stones Museum | ||||
| Wardlaw Museum |
Libraries in Carnoustie
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angus Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| Arbroath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brechin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broughty Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnoustie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fintry Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Forfar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| J F Allen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martyrs Kirk Research Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monifieth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Montrose Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Andrews Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tayport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Hub Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| University of St Andrews Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitfield Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carnoustie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbroath Farmers' Market | |||||
| Carnoustie Farmers' Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Forfar Farmers' Market | |||||
| Montrose Farmers' Market |
Hotels in Carnoustie
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Carnoustie
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Carnoustie
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Carnoustie
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Carnoustie
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Carnoustie
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carnoustie
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Carnoustie
4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carnoustie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MòR Beers | ||||
| Redcastle Brewery | ||||
| St Andrews Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Carnoustie
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Carnoustie
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 Carnoustie
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen International Airport | ABZ | Large Airport |
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Archerfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Balgone Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| East Fortune Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | 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 |
| Laurencekirk | - | Small Airport |
| Montrose Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Netherley Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Carnoustie
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Carnoustie Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carnoustie
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Barry Parish Church | |
| Carnoustie Church | |
| Erskine United Free Church of Scotland | |
| Holyrood Episcopal Church | |
| Panbride Parish Church | |
| St Annes |
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What is the population of Carnoustie?
Carnoustie has a population of 11,360 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,057 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carnoustie?
Carnoustie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches.
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