Fortrose, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Fortrose is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,590. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 47°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 Fortrose
Fortrose in Ross-shire was a burgh constituency that elected one commissioner to the Parliament of Scotland and to the Convention of Estates.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,590 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.5809°, -4.1326° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.5 inches (799 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fortrose
Fortrose is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,590. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Fortrose
Fortrose has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Dec (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 664 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.5°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 171.2 sq mi (443.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.5809°N, 4.1326°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in |
Fortrose has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Fortrose
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortrose Academy | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Fortrose
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abertarff House | ||||
| Behind the Radar | ||||
| Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre | ||||
| Groam House Museum | ||||
| Hugh Miller's Museum and Cottage | ||||
| Invergordon Naval Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Inverness Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Rosemarkie Bay Exhibition | ||||
| Tain & District Museum | ||||
| Tain & District Museum and Clan Ross Centre | ||||
| The Highlanders' Museum | ||||
| The Old Court house | ||||
| The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre |
Libraries in Fortrose
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cromarty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Invergordon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tain Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Fortrose
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fortrose
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Fortrose
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fortrose
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Isle Brewery | ||||
| Cromarty Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Fortrose
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fortrose
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inverness Airport | INV | Medium Airport |
| Ballone Castle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bennetsfield Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Culbokie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dornoch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Easter Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Feshiebridge Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Augustus Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Knockbain Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kylarrick House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tain Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tullochgribban-High Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fortrose
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Scotland | |
| Fortrose Free Church of Scotland | |
| St Andrew's Scottish Episcopal Church | |
| St Peter & St Boniface |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Fortrose?
Fortrose has a population of 1,590 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 171.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fortrose?
Fortrose has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.
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