Fochabers, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Fochabers is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,720. Elevation: 121 ft (37 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 Fochabers
Fochabers is a village in the Parish of Bellie, in Moray, Scotland, 10 miles (16 km) east of the cathedral city of Elgin and located on the east bank of the River Spey. 1,728 people live in the village, which enjoys a rich musical and cultural history. The village is also home to Baxters, the family-run manufacturer of foodstuffs.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,720 |
| Population Density | 10,750 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.6145°, -3.0995° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.0 inches (763 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fochabers
Fochabers is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,720. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Fochabers
Fochabers 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 | 45.9°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,750/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.6145°N, 3.0995°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 2.6 in |
Fochabers has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.9").
Schools in Fochabers
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milne's High School | - | - | - | - |
| Milne's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fochabers
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Fochabers
| 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 Fochabers
| 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 Fochabers
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Fochabers
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Fochabers
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fochabers
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAF Lossiemouth | LMO | Medium Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ballone Castle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boyndie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Easterton Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Insch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laurencekirk | - | 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 Fochabers
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fochabers Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fochabers
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bellie Kirk | |
| Gordon Chapel | |
| St Mary's |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Fochabers?
Fochabers has a population of 1,720 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10,750 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fochabers?
Fochabers has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches.
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