Hugh Town, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Hugh Town is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,068. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

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

1,068 Population 169/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Hugh Town

Hugh Town

Hugh Town is the largest settlement on the Isles of Scilly and its administrative centre. The town is situated on the island of St Mary's, the largest and most populous island in the archipelago, and is located on a narrow isthmus which joins the peninsula known as the Garrison with the rest of the island.

People

Population1,068
Density169/mi²
Veterans6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population1,068
Population Density169 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates49.9145°, -6.3115°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.3 inches (1,023 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Hugh Town

Hugh Town is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,068. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Hugh Town experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below United Kingdom avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates49.9145°N, 6.3115°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.3"
6% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.96"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.8 on Mar 23, 2008.

Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 49 km
Oct 14, 2002 98 km S of Hugh Town, United Kingdom M3.3 99 km
Jun 29, 1992 121 km WSW of Hugh Town, United Kingdom M3.2 121 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 96 km
Mar 28, 2005 71 km WNW of Porspoder, France M3.0 128 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 63 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 56 km
Apr 2, 2000 33 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in Wettest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
November 51°F (11°C) 4.4 in
December 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in

Hugh Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 47°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Hugh Town

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Five Islands Academy: St Mary's - - - -
The Five Islands Academy: St Agnes Base - - - -
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Radio Stations near Hugh Town

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Hugh Town

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bryhers Pop-up Museum
Isles of Scilly Museum
Valhalla Museum

Libraries in Hugh Town

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
St Mary's Library0.0

Hotels in Hugh Town

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atlantic Hotel
Bell Rock Hotel
Saint Mary's Hall Hotel
Schooners Hotel
Star Castle
Tregarthen's Hotel
Westford House B&B

Restaurants in Hugh Town

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dibble & Grub
Mr B's Steak & Burger
The Beach
The Pilots Gig

Cafes in Hugh Town

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coastguards Lookout
Covean Cottage Tea Rooms
Hugh Street Cafe
Kavorna
Ned & Fin's
Tea by the Sea
The Dairy Cafe

Castles in Hugh Town

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Garrison Walls
Star Castle

Gas Stations in Hugh Town

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #3678716118

Banks in Hugh Town

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank

Breweries in Hugh Town

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ales of Scilly Brewery

Airports Near Hugh Town

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Land's End AirportLEQSmall Airport
Lower Botrea-Small Airport
St. Mary's AirportISCSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hugh Town

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
St Agnes Post Office
St Mary's Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hugh Town

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Methodist Church
Old Church of St Mary the Virgin
Our Lady Star of the Sea Church
Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin
St Agnes'

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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What is the population of Hugh Town?

Hugh Town has a population of 1,068 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 169 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hugh Town?

Hugh Town has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches.

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