Helmsdale, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Helmsdale is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 637. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°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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People
Climate
| Population | 637 |
| Population Density | 724 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.1168°, -3.6534° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.5 inches (1,028 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Helmsdale
Helmsdale is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 637. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 724/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.1168°N, 3.6534°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 4.1 in |
Helmsdale has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 37°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (2.3").
Schools in Helmsdale
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helmsdale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Helmsdale
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grampian Hospital Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Helmsdale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunbeath Heritage Museum | ||||
| TimeSpan |
Libraries in Helmsdale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brora Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Helmsdale
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Helmsdale
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Helmsdale
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Helmsdale
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Helmsdale
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Helmsdale
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inverness Airport | INV | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lossiemouth | LMO | Medium Airport |
| Wick John O'Groats Airport | WIC | Medium Airport |
| Ballone Castle Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bennetsfield Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Culbokie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dornoch Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Easter Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Easterton Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Flotta Isle Airstrip | FLH | Small Airport |
| Kylarrick House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shempston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tain Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Viewfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Helmsdale
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Helmsdale Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Helmsdale
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bunilidh Church | |
| Grace Cottage |
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Waterfalls Near Helmsdale
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Helmsdale.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Eas Gluta |
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 Helmsdale?
Helmsdale has a population of 637 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 724 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Helmsdale?
Helmsdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches.
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