Dufftown, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Dufftown is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,610. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°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 Dufftown
Dufftown is a burgh in Moray, Scotland. While the town is part of the historic Mortlach parish, the town was established and laid out in the early 19th century as part of a planned new town settlement. The town has several listed 19th century buildings and serves as a regional centre for agriculture, tourism and services. The town is well known for its whisky-based economy, as it produces more whisky than any other town in Scotland and is home to several existing and former distilleries.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,610 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.4457°, -3.1271° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.0 inches (915 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.4 inches (16 cm) |
About Dufftown
Dufftown is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,610. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet (187 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Dufftown
Dufftown 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 664 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Area | 1,231.0 sq mi (3,188.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.4457°N, 3.1271°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in |
Dufftown has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 35°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.3").
Schools in Dufftown
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortlach Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dufftown
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Dufftown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckie and District Fishing Heritage Centre | ||||
| Elgin Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Elgin Motor Museum | ||||
| Elgin Museum | ||||
| Fochabers Folk Museum and Heritage Centre | ||||
| Proposed Cabrach Heritage Centre | ||||
| WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre | ||||
| Whisky Museum |
Libraries in Dufftown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberlour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buckie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunbarney House | 0.0 | |||||
| Elgin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Keith library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Dufftown
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dufftown
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dufftown
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Dufftown
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Dufftown
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dufftown
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dufftown
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dufftown
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Dufftown
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dufftown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Dufftown
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenshee Ski Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Dufftown
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAF Lossiemouth | LMO | Medium Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ballone Castle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Atholl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Boyndie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Easterton Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Insch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laurencekirk | - | Small Airport |
| Montrose Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Meldrum | - | Small Airport |
| Pittodrie-House | - | Small Airport |
| Shempston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tullochgribban-High Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Viewfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dufftown
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dufftown Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dufftown
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Botriphnie Parish Kirk | |
| Mortlach Kirk | |
| Saint Michael's | |
| St Mary's, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church | |
| United Free Kirk |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Dufftown?
Dufftown has a population of 1,610 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,231.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dufftown?
Dufftown has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 6.4 inches of snow.
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