Grantown on Spey, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Grantown on Spey is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,470. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

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

2,470 Population 2/sq mi density

732 ft Elevation 223 meters

44°F Avg Temperature 6°C

39.7 in Annual Rain

Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population2,470

Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)

Rain39.7 in/yr

Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Population	2,470
Population Density	2 / sq mi
Elevation	732 ft (223 m)
Coordinates	57.3305°, -3.6087°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	Scotland
Average Temperature	44°F (6°C)
January Average	35°F (1°C)
July Average	55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation	39.7 inches (1,008 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.7 inches (20 cm)

About Grantown on Spey

Grantown on Spey is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,470. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Grantown on Spey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)

Annual Average	43.6°F
	19% below United Kingdom avg
January Average	35°F (1°C)
July Average	55°F (13°C)

Geography

Elevation	732 ft (223 m)
Area	1,231.0 sq mi (3,188.3 km²)
Population Density	2/sq mi
Coordinates	57.3305°N, 3.6087°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"

4% above United Kingdom avg

Snowfall 7.7"

Wettest Month (Jan) 4.72"

Driest Month (Apr) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Aug 4, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017	31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom	M3.8	139 km
Jan 23, 2011	28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom	M3.5	143 km
Aug 17, 1994	40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom	M3.2	130 km
Jun 20, 2003	12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom	M3.0	138 km
May 18, 2013	27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom	M2.9	142 km
Jun 8, 2006	35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom	M2.9	124 km
Jul 26, 1992	45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom	M2.8	111 km
Jun 20, 2003	14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom	M2.8	138 km
Mar 7, 1998	13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom	M2.7	143 km
Nov 30, 1997	4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom	M2.7	134 km
Aug 28, 1995	5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom	M2.7	18 km
Jun 20, 2003	12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom	M2.5	139 km
Jan 9, 1990	29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom	M2.5	88 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	35°F (1°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
February	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest
March	37°F (3°C)	3.5 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	54°F (12°C)	2.9 in
September	50°F (10°C)	3.6 in
October	45°F (7°C)	4.2 in
November	39°F (4°C)	4.0 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.9 in

Grantown on Spey has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 34°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Grantown on Spey

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Grantown Primary School	-	-	-	-
Grantown Grammar School	-	-	-	-

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Radio Stations near Grantown on Spey

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Museums in Grantown on Spey

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
Grantown Museum
Tomintoul and Glenlivet Discovery Centre

Hotels in Grantown on Spey

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ben Mhor Hotel

Garth Hotel

Grant Arms Hotel

Haugh Hotel

Ravenscourt House

Richmond Arms Hotel

The Craiglynne Hotel

The Speyside Hotel

Restaurants in Grantown on Spey

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golden Grantown

Ravenscourt

Sylhet Brasserie

Sylhet Fish & Chips

The Avenue

Two Nights Italian

Cafes in Grantown on Spey

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Highland Bakery Coffee Shop

Just Delicious

Spey Models and Tea Room

The High Street Merchants

Castles in Grantown on Spey

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lethendry Castle

Lochindorb Castle

Dentists in Grantown on Spey

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Your Perfect Smile

Gas Stations in Grantown on Spey

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grantown Service Station

Golf Courses in Grantown on Spey

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Craggan Golf Course

Grantown-On-Spey Golf Club

Breweries in Grantown on Spey

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cairngorm Brewery
Cairngorm Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Grantown on Spey

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Glenshee Ski Center	0.0	-	-	$0	-	-	-

Airports Near Grantown on Spey

16 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
Blair Atholl Airfield	-	Small Airport
Culbokie Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Dornoch Airfield	-	Small Airport
Easter Airfield	-	Small Airport
Easterton Glider Field	-	Small Airport
Feshiebridge Glider Field	-	Small Airport
Kirriemuir Farm Strip	-	Small Airport
Kylarrick House Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Shempston Farm Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Tain Ultralight Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Tullochgribban-High Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Viewfield Airstrip	-	Small Airport

Post Offices in Grantown on Spey

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Grantown-on-Spey

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grantown on Spey

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
Cromdale Church
Grantown Baptist Church
Inverallan Parish Church
St Columba's Episcopal 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Grantown on Spey

What is the population of Grantown on Spey?

Grantown on Spey has a population of 2,470 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,231.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Grantown on Spey?

Grantown on Spey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow.

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