Halkirk, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Halkirk is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 970. Elevation: 138 ft (42 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 Halkirk
Halkirk is a village on the River Thurso in Caithness, in the Highland council area of Scotland. From Halkirk the B874 road runs towards Thurso in the north and towards Georgemas in the east. The village is within the parish of Halkirk, and is said by locals to be Scotland's first planned village.
People
Climate
| Population | 970 |
| Population Density | 522 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.5123°, -3.4916° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.7 inches (1,033 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Halkirk
Halkirk is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 970. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Halkirk
Halkirk has an average annual temperature of 8.2°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (13.3°C), the coldest is Jan (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 809 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 522/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.5123°N, 3.4916°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in |
Halkirk has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 39°F in January to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and May the driest (2.1").
Schools in Halkirk
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halkirk Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Halkirk
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grampian Hospital Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Halkirk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castlehill Heritage Centre | ||||
| North Coast Visitor Centre |
Libraries in Halkirk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Halkirk
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Halkirk
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Halkirk
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Halkirk
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Halkirk
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eday Airport | EOI | Medium Airport |
| Kirkwall Airport | KOI | Medium Airport |
| Wick John O'Groats Airport | WIC | Medium Airport |
| Ballone Castle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Corston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dornoch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Flotta Isle Airstrip | FLH | Small Airport |
| Kylarrick House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lamb Holm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tain Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Halkirk
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Halkirk Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Halkirk
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Halkirk Free Presbyterian Church | |
| Halkirk Parish Church |
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 Halkirk?
Halkirk has a population of 970 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 522 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Halkirk?
Halkirk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches.
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