Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Isles of Scilly is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,281. Elevation: 135 ft (41 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

2,281 Population 362/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population2,281
Density362/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Population2,281
Population Density362 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates49.9252°, -6.2989°
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 Isles of Scilly

Isles of Scilly is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,281. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 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.

Isles of Scilly 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 135 feet.

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

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²)
Population Density362/sq mi
Coordinates49.9252°N, 6.2989°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 48 km
Oct 14, 2002 98 km S of Hugh Town, United Kingdom M3.3 100 km
Jun 29, 1992 121 km WSW of Hugh Town, United Kingdom M3.2 123 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 95 km
Mar 28, 2005 71 km WNW of Porspoder, France M3.0 129 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 62 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 54 km
Apr 2, 2000 33 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.7 83 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

Isles of Scilly 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 Isles of Scilly

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Five Islands Academy: Tresco and Bryher Base - - - -
The Five Islands Academy: St Martin's Base - - - -
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Radio Stations near Isles of Scilly

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Isles of Scilly

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

Libraries in Isles of Scilly

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
St Mary's Library0.0

Hotels in Isles of Scilly

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hell Bay Hotel
Karma St Martin's

Restaurants in Isles of Scilly

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Juliet's Garden Restaurant & Bar
The Flying Boat Club

Cafes in Isles of Scilly

9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Closed
Carn Vean Tearooms
Garden Café & Shop
Island Fish
Little Arthur Cafe & Bistro
Longstone Cafe
Polreath Tea Rooms
Ruin Beach
Vine Cafe

Castles in Isles of Scilly

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cromwell's Castle

Golf Courses in Isles of Scilly

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Isles of Scilly Golf Club

Breweries in Isles of Scilly

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ales of Scilly Brewery

Airports Near Isles of Scilly

3 airports within the area.

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

Post Offices in Isles of Scilly

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bryher Post Office
St Martins Post Office
Tresco Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Isles of Scilly

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Parish Church of St Martin's
St Martin's Methodist Chapel
St Nicholas' Church

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Shipwrecks Near Isles of Scilly

1 documented shipwrecks found near Isles of Scilly.

Name Year Description
PS Earl of Arran - A passenger ship that was wrecked off the Eastern Isles.

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 Isles of Scilly?

Isles of Scilly has a population of 2,281 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 362 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Isles of Scilly?

Isles of Scilly 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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