Dumfries, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Dumfries is a mid-size city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 33,440. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

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

33,440 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population33,440

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population33,440
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates55.0696°, -3.6114°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dumfries

Dumfries is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 33,440. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Dumfries

Dumfries has an average annual temperature of 9.1°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.9°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1327 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F -2.3° / 9.8° 109.6
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F -1.8° / 10.1° 137.5
Mar 5.5°C / 42°F -0.7° / 12.5° 109.2
Apr 7.1°C / 45°F -0.5° / 14.8° 63.3
May 10.6°C / 51°F 3.1° / 19° 77.1
Jun 13.3°C / 56°F 6.4° / 22° 82.8
Jul 14.7°C / 58°F 8.3° / 23.6° 114.9
Aug 14.9°C / 59°F 8.1° / 22.9° 124.2
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 5.6° / 20.5° 108.7
Oct 9.9°C / 50°F 3.2° / 15.3° 146.1
Nov 6.7°C / 44°F 0.1° / 12.6° 114.9
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F -1.1° / 10.8° 138.9
Dumfries experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates55.0696°N, 3.6114°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.76"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.17"

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 M3.7 107 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 132 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 132 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 126 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 4 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 134 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 126 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 61 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 132 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
March 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 4.7 in

Dumfries has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (2.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Dumfries

Institution Type Founded Website
Crichton University Campus University - ,
Dumfries & Galloway College - Dumfries Campus College - ,
SRUC - Barony Campus College - Visit →

Schools in Dumfries

17 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dumfries Academy - - - -
North West Community Campus - - - -
Mouswald School - - - -
Noblehill School - - - -
Calside Primary School - - - -
Georgetown Primary School - - - -
St Michael's School - - - -
St Andrew's RC Primary School - - - -
Loreburn Primary School - - - -
Langlands School - - - -
Dumfries High School - - - -
Lincluden Primary School - - - -
St Teresa's RC School - - - -
Laurieknowe School - - - -
St Joseph's College - - - -
Brownhall Primary School - - - -
Troqueer Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Dumfries

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bay Trust Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Dumfries

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bicycle Museum
Camera Obscura
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum
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
Savings Banks Museum
Toy Soldier Museum

Libraries in Dumfries

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ewart Library0.0
Ewart Library0.0
Georgetown Library0.0
Lochmaben Library0.0
Lochthorne Library0.0

Hotels in Dumfries

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cairndale Hotel
Caledonian Hotel
Holiday Inn
Premier Inn Dumfries
Station Hotel
Travelodge
Woodland House Hotel

Restaurants in Dumfries

21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bruno’s Authentic Italian Cuisine
Canton Express
China Garden
Crumb
Daksh
Elevenses
Imperial
La Dolce Vita
New Dragon
Pearl Palace
Pizzeria Il Fiume
Solway Gate
Sushi City
The Back Street
The Bank Tapas Bar
The Corner Eatery and Bar Store
The Globe Inn
The Hitching Post
The Jewel in the Crown
The Swan
Yangtze River Chinese Takeaway

Cafes in Dumfries

11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Costa
Costa Drive Thru
Deliziose
Kings Coffee and Books
M&S Café
Mrs Green's Tea Lounge
Nona Lous
Starbucks
The Frothy Bike Co.
The Stove
Your Sweet Home

Theatres in Dumfries

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Brigend Theatre
Theatre Royal

Monuments in Dumfries

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rotunda

Clinics in Dumfries

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lochfield Road Primary Care Centre

Dentists in Dumfries

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Advanced Dentistry
Dumfries Dental Centre
GB #3564326754
Great King Street Dental
Orthadontic Lounge Dumfries

Veterinaries in Dumfries

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Charnery Veterinary Surgery

Train Stations in Dumfries

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dumfries

Gas Stations in Dumfries

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
GB #2615126886
GB #329994663
GB #350660938
Morrisons
Tesco

Banks in Dumfries

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland
HSBC UK
Nationwide
Santander
The Cumberland
TSB
Virgin Money

Gyms in Dumfries

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bannatyne Health Club
GB #747383238
PureGym

Golf Courses in Dumfries

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crichton Golf Club
Nunfield Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Dumfries

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Airports Near Dumfries

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berrier Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Mosside Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Dumfries

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Galloway Street Post Office
Lochside Post Office
Royal Mail Delivery Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dumfries

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Crichton Memorial Church
Dumfries Baptist Church
Dumfries Northwest Parish Church
Greyfriars Kirk
Maxwellton West Church
Mouswald Parish Church
Saint Andrews
Salvation Army Hall
St John's Scottish Episcopal Church
St Mary's Greyfriars Church
St Michael’s and South Parish Church
St. George's Church
St. Teresa's RC Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Troqueer 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

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Dumfries has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

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