Isle of Lewis, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Isle of Lewis is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 18,500. Elevation: 46 ft (14 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

18,500 Population 40,217/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
52.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population18,500
Density40,217/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population18,500
Population Density40,217 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates58.2190°, -6.3880°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation52.3 inches (1,329 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Isle of Lewis

Isle of Lewis is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 18,500. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Isle of Lewis

Isle of Lewis has an average annual temperature of 8.8°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (13.6°C), the coldest is Feb (5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1226 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.2°C / 41°F 3.1° / 7.2° 144.2
Feb 5°C / 41°F 2.8° / 7.3° 112.2
Mar 5.8°C / 42°F 3.3° / 8.4° 103.2
Apr 7.4°C / 45°F 4.6° / 10.3° 73.7
May 9.4°C / 49°F 6.3° / 12.6° 68.1
Jun 11.7°C / 53°F 9° / 14.4° 65.1
Jul 13.5°C / 56°F 10.8° / 16.2° 74.8
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 10.9° / 16.3° 88.0
Sep 12.1°C / 54°F 9.5° / 14.7° 102.4
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 7.2° / 11.9° 131.8
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 5° / 9.3° 126.7
Dec 5.4°C / 42°F 3.3° / 7.4° 135.6
Isle of Lewis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density40,217/sq mi
Coordinates58.2190°N, 6.3880°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.3"
38% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.06"
Driest Month (May) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 8, 2006.

Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 125 km
Jun 8, 2006 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom M2.9 88 km
Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.9 in
February 39°F (4°C) 4.4 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.8 in
April 44°F (6°C) 3.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.1 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 5.7 in

Isle of Lewis has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 39°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (2.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Isle of Lewis

Institution Type Founded Website
UHI Outer Hebrides - Lews Castle College College - Visit →

Schools in Isle of Lewis

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Back School - - - -
Stornoway Primary School - - - -
Laxdale Primary School - - - -
Tong Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Isle of Lewis

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Isle of Lewis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arnol Blackhouse
Kinloch Historical Society
Museum nan Eilean
Ravenspoint Museum

Libraries in Isle of Lewis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Stornoway Library0.0

Hotels in Isle of Lewis

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Caberfeidh

Cafes in Isle of Lewis

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mocha Muffin
NICE n Chilled

Monuments in Isle of Lewis

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Galston Resettlement Centenary Monument
Lewis War Memorial
Whalebone Arch, Bragar

Dentists in Isle of Lewis

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Western Isles Dental Centre

Gas Stations in Isle of Lewis

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1234650742
GB #549777771

Golf Courses in Isle of Lewis

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stornoway Golf Course
Uig Lodge golf course

Airports Near Isle of Lewis

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stornoway AirportSYYMedium Airport

Post Offices in Isle of Lewis

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Portnaguran Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Isle of Lewis

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Back Free Church
Garrabost Church of Scotland
Garrabost Free Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
The Salvation Army
Tong Free Church

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Waterfalls
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Waterfalls Near Isle of Lewis

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Isle of Lewis.

Name Description
Steall Abhainn na Cloich

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 Isle of Lewis

What is the population of Isle of Lewis?

Isle of Lewis has a population of 18,500 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 40,217 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Isle of Lewis?

Isle of Lewis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches.

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