Dalbeattie, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Dalbeattie is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 4,200. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

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

4,200 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
46.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Dalbeattie

Dalbeattie

Dalbeattie (, Scots: Dawbeattie, Scottish Gaelic: Dail Bheithe meaning 'haugh of the birch', or Dail Bhàite 'drowned haugh' is a town in the historical county of Kirkcudbrightshire in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Dalbeattie is in a wooded valley on the Urr Water 4 miles east of Castle Douglas and 12 miles south west of Dumfries.

People

Population4,200

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population4,200
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates54.9328°, -3.8227°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation46.0 inches (1,168 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dalbeattie

Dalbeattie is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 4,200. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Dalbeattie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates54.9328°N, 3.8227°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"
21% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.24"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 100 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 119 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 142 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 122 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 22 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 144 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 138 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 146 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 67 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 142 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 62 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.1 in
November 42°F (6°C) 4.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.1 in

Dalbeattie has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and April the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Dalbeattie

9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dalbeattie High School - - - -
Dalbeattie Primary School - - - -
Colvend Primary School - - - -
Dalbeattie Learning Campus - - - -
Auchencairn Primary School - - - -
Palnackie Primary School - - - -
St Peter's RC School - - - -
Kirkgunzeon Primary School - - - -
Hardgate Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Dalbeattie

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Dalbeattie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Camera Obscura
Dumfries Museum
Ellisland Farm
Gracefield Arts Centre
John Paul Jones Museum
National Museum of Costume
New Abbey Corn Mill
Old Bridge House Museum
Robert Burns Centre
Stewartry Museum
Tolbooth Art Centre

Libraries in Dalbeattie

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Castle Douglas Library0.0
Ewart Library0.0
Ewart Library0.0
Georgetown Library0.0
Lochthorne Library0.0

Hotels in Dalbeattie

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anchor Hotel
Balcary Bay Hotel
The Mariner Hotel, Bar and Restaurant

Restaurants in Dalbeattie

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Willow Tree

Cafes in Dalbeattie

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bainloch Deer Farm
Brambles Cafe
Cafe, Acorns Tea Room & Shop
Dalbeattie Garden Centre
The Ark
The Garden Room
The Granite Kitchen

Theatres in Dalbeattie

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Birchvale Theatre

Castles in Dalbeattie

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buittle Castle
Drumcoltran Tower
Orchardton Castle
Orchardton Tower

Clinics in Dalbeattie

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dalbeattie Health Centre

Veterinaries in Dalbeattie

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Stewartry Veterinary Centre

Gas Stations in Dalbeattie

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Golf Courses in Dalbeattie

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Colvend Golf Club
Craigknowes Golf Course
Dalbeattie Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Dalbeattie

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Ski Resorts Near Dalbeattie

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Dalbeattie

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andreas Airfield-Small Airport
Andreas-Ballavoddan House Airstrip-Small Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Dalbeattie

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Auchencairn Post Office
Colvend Mobile Service
Crocketford Post Office
Dalbeattie Post Office
Palnackie General Store

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dalbeattie

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Colvend Church
Dalbeattie Parish Church
St Peter's
Urr Parish Church

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings Near Dalbeattie

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Dalbeattie.

Name Year Description
Dumfries/galloway (uk/scotland) 2006 5TH NOV 2006&#44 BRIGHT BALL OF LIGHT PROCIDED WITH ANOTHER BALL OF LIGHT FOLLOWING OTHER ONE

Waterfalls Near Dalbeattie

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Dalbeattie.

Name Description
Backburn waterfall

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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Dalbeattie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches.

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