Cove, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Cove is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,740. Elevation: 249 ft (76 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

7,740 Population 84/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Cove

Cove

Cove Rangers Football Club is a senior Scottish football club currently playing in Scottish League One. They are based in the Altens area of Aberdeen and play their football at Balmoral Stadium, having left their former home at Allan Park, Cove Bay in April 2015.

People

Population7,740
Density84/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Population7,740
Population Density84 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates57.1000°, -2.0833°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (786 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cove

Cove is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 7,740. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 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 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Cove

Cove 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.3° 67.9
Feb 4.2°C / 40°F 1.4° / 7° 59.6
Mar 5.6°C / 42°F 2.3° / 8.9° 55.7
Apr 7.4°C / 45°F 3.9° / 11° 57.9
May 9.8°C / 50°F 6° / 13.7° 53.5
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 9° / 16.1° 69.4
Jul 14.6°C / 58°F 10.9° / 18.3° 70.7
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18.1° 67.8
Sep 12.5°C / 55°F 9.1° / 15.9° 60.2
Oct 9.4°C / 49°F 6.5° / 12.3° 101.4
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 3.6° / 8.9° 92.8
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.5° 78.6
Cove experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area92.5 sq mi (239.7 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates57.1000°N, 2.0833°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.23"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 28, 1995.

Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 108 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 47°F (9°C) 3.2 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.9 in

Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Cove

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Loirston School - - - -
Charleston School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cove

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Greatest Hits Non-Stop - MP3 160 kbps
NOW Radio 80s 80's, 80s MP3
Radio North Angus - MP3 48 kbps
Mearns FM - MP3 96 kbps
Pure Beat Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Original 106 adult contemporary, pop music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Blairs Museum
Blairs Museum
King's Museum
King's Museum
Pitmedden Garden & Museum of Farming Life
Provost Skene's House
Provost Skene's House
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
The Grassic Gibbon Centre
Tolbooth Museum
Tolbooth Museum
Tolbooth Museum
Zoology Museum
Zoology Museum

Libraries in Cove

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Advocates Library and Committee Room0.0
Airyhall Library0.0
Balmedie Library0.0
Bridge of Don Library0.0
Bucksburn Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
City of Aberdeen Central Library0.0
Cove Library0.0
Cults Library0.0
Dyce Library0.0
Kincorth Library0.0
Mastrick Library0.0
Newmachar Library0.0
Newtonhill Library0.0
Northfield Library0.0
Peterculter Library0.0
Portlethen Library0.0
Sir Duncan Rice Library0.0
Stonehaven Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Tillydrone Library0.0
Tillydrone Library0.0
University Library0.0
University of Aberdeen Medical Library0.0
University of Aberdeen Medical Library0.0
Westhill Library0.0
Woodside Library0.0

Hotels in Cove

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cove Bay Hotel

Clinics in Cove

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cove Bay Medical Centre

Dentists in Cove

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bupa Dental Care

Gas Stations in Cove

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

H2 Aberdeen

Breweries in Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
House of Botanicals
House of Botanicals

Stadiums & Teams in Cove

TeamLeagueDivision
Balmoral Stadium
Pittodrie Stadium

Ski Resorts Near Cove

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Garthdee Ski Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Cove

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
Baldardo Field-Small Airport
Boyndie Airstrip-Small Airport
Easter Nether Cabra Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Forfar Airstrip-Small Airport
Hatton Airstrip-Small Airport
Insch Airstrip-Small Airport
Laurencekirk-Small Airport
Longside Airfield-Small Airport
Montrose Airstrip-Small Airport
Netherley Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Old Meldrum-Small Airport
Pittodrie-House-Small Airport
Whiterashes Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Cove

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cove Bay Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cove

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohol & Drugs Action
Timmermarket Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cove

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mary's 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 Cove

What is the population of Cove?

Cove has a population of 7,740 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 92.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cove?

Cove 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 30.9 inches.

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