Crail, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Crail is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,680. Elevation: 108 ft (33 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

1,680 Population 2/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

Discover Crail, United Kingdom

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Crail

Crail

Crail is a coastal village and former royal burgh and community council area in the East Neuk of Fife, Scotland.

People

Population1,680
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population1,680
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates56.2604°, -2.6268°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Crail

Crail is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,680. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Crail

Crail 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F 1.2° / 6.5° 62.3
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.2° / 7.5° 47.3
Mar 5.8°C / 42°F 2.2° / 9.5° 47.0
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 3.9° / 11.6° 43.4
May 10.1°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.2° 49.2
Jun 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 17° 62.7
Jul 15°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19.1° 64.6
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 10.7° / 18.9° 69.2
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 9° / 16.7° 54.5
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 6.3° / 13° 80.1
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 3.5° / 9.3° 68.1
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.3° / 6.6° 63.4
Crail experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area925.7 sq mi (2,397.5 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates56.2604°N, 2.6268°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.56"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Jun 20, 2003.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 111 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 144 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 112 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 93 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 132 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 112 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in Wettest
November 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in

Crail has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.6") and April the driest (1.5").

View full weather details →

Schools in Crail

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Crail Primary School - - - -
Kingsbarns Primary School - - - -
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Crail

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
East Coast FM Haddington easy listening MP3 320 kbps
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio - MP3 320 kbps
NOW Radio 80s 80's, 80s MP3

Museums in Crail

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bell Pettigrew Museum
Broughty Castle Museum
Coastal Communities Museum
Crail Museum and Heritage Centre
MUSA Collections Centre
R&A World Golf Museum
Scottish Fisheries Museum
Scottish Seabird Centre
St Andrews Castle Visitor Centre
St Andrews Cathedral Museum
St Andrews Museum
St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum
St Monans Heritage Collection
Wardlaw Museum

Libraries in Crail

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broughty Ferry Library0.0
Carnoustie Library0.0
Colinsburgh Galloway Library0.0
Elie Library0.0
J F Allen Library0.0
Martyrs Kirk Research Library0.0
Monifieth Library0.0
North Berwick Library0.0
Pittenweem Library0.0
St Andrews Library0.0
St Monans Library0.0
University of St Andrews Library0.0
Waid Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Crail

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carnoustie Farmers' Market
Why Not?

Hotels in Crail

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balcomie Links Hotel
The Golf Hotel
The Shoregate

Restaurants in Crail

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balcomie Links Hotel
Crail Fishbar and Café

Cafes in Crail

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cambo Estate
Crail Harbour Gallery and Tearoom
Julias eatery art gifts
The Honeypot

Monuments in Crail

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mercat Cross

Gyms in Crail

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #267294671

Golf Courses in Crail

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balcomie Links
Craighead Links
Kingsbarns Golf Links

Breweries in Crail

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Archerfield Fine Ales
Futtle
St Andrews Brewing Company

Airports Near Crail

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Archerfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Baldardo Field-Small Airport
Balgone Airstrip-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Charterhall Airfield-Small Airport
East Fortune Airfield-Small Airport
Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip-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
Laurencekirk-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Milfield Glider Field-Small Airport
Montrose Airstrip-Small Airport
Nairns Mains Airstrip-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Crail

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Crail Parish Church
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Kingsbarns Parish 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Crail.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Crail

What is the population of Crail?

Crail has a population of 1,680 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 925.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Crail?

Crail has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

Nearby Cities

Compare Crail with another city:

Want every data point for Crail?

The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.

Full City Profile