Dornoch, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Dornoch is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,330. Elevation: 43 ft (13 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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About Dornoch
Dornoch is a town, seaside resort, parish and former royal burgh in the county of Sutherland in the Highlands of Scotland. It lies on the north shore of the Dornoch Firth, near to where it opens into the Moray Firth to the east.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,330 |
| Population Density | 1,511 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.8805°, -4.0288° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.6 inches (1,032 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dornoch
Dornoch is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,330. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,511/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.8805°N, 4.0288°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 4.0 in |
Dornoch has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Dornoch
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dornoch Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Dornoch Primary | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Dornoch
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunrobin Castle Museum | ||||
| Historylinks | ||||
| Hugh Miller's Museum and Cottage | ||||
| Invergordon Naval Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Orcadian Stone Company | ||||
| Tain & District Museum | ||||
| Tain & District Museum and Clan Ross Centre | ||||
| Tarbat Discovery Centre | ||||
| The Old Court house |
Libraries in Dornoch
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brora Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cromarty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Invergordon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tain Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dornoch
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community market |
Hotels in Dornoch
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dornoch
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dornoch
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Dornoch
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Dornoch
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dornoch
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dornoch
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Dornoch
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dornoch
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cromarty Brewing Company |
Airports Near Dornoch
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inverness Airport | INV | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lossiemouth | LMO | Medium Airport |
| Ballone Castle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bennetsfield Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Culbokie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dornoch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Easter Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Easterton Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Knockbain Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kylarrick House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shempston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tain Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tullochgribban-High Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dornoch
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dornoch Cathedral | |
| Dornoch Christian Fellowship | |
| Dornoch Free Church | |
| St Finbar's |
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UFO Sightings Near Dornoch
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Dornoch.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Dornoch (uk/scotland) | 2010 | 8 bright red spheres moving slowly across the sky before disappearing without trace |
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What is the population of Dornoch?
Dornoch has a population of 1,330 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,511 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dornoch?
Dornoch has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches.
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