Kingussie, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Kingussie is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,480. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

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

1,480 Population 9/sq mi density
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
58.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Kingussie

Kingussie

Kingussie is a small town in the Badenoch and Strathspey ward of the Highland council area of Scotland. Historically in Inverness-shire, it lies beside the A9 road, although the old route of the A9 serves as the town's main street which has been bypassed since 1979. Kingussie is 42 miles south of Inverness, 12 mi (19 km) south of Aviemore, and 3 mi (5 km) north of Newtonmore.

People

Population1,480
Density9/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Population1,480
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates57.0800°, -4.0523°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation58.4 inches (1,482 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.4 inches (47 cm)

About Kingussie

Kingussie is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,480. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Kingussie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below United Kingdom avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area171.2 sq mi (443.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates57.0800°N, 4.0523°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.4"
54% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 18.4"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.36"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Aug 4, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 105 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 109 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 102 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 104 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 106 km
Jun 8, 2006 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom M2.9 108 km
Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 94 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 103 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 105 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 102 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 22 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 104 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 34°F (1°C) 4.7 in Coldest
March 36°F (2°C) 5.4 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
June 51°F (10°C) 3.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
September 49°F (10°C) 5.2 in
October 44°F (6°C) 6.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 6.3 in
December 35°F (2°C) 6.3 in

Kingussie has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 34°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and April the driest (3.0").

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Schools in Kingussie

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kingussie High School - - - -
Kingussie Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Kingussie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Am Fasgadh
Clan McPherson House & Museum
Highland Folk Museum

Farmers Markets in Kingussie

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
The Market Stance

Hotels in Kingussie

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Columba House Hotel
Duke of Gordon Hotel
Osprey Hotel
Star Hotel
Suie Hotel
The Cross at Kingussie

Restaurants in Kingussie

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Columba House Hotel
Loch Insh Restaurant
The Cross at Kingussie
The Crossing

Cafes in Kingussie

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Antler Cafe
Cafe Aroma
Cafe Bistro
Old Post Office
Railway café
Sugar Bowl

Zoos in Kingussie

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Highland Wildlife Park

Dentists in Kingussie

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kingussie Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Kingussie

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strathclyde Veterinary

Train Stations in Kingussie

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kingussie

Gyms in Kingussie

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Badenoch Centre

Golf Courses in Kingussie

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kingussie Golf Club

Breweries in Kingussie

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cairngorm Brewery
Cairngorm Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Kingussie

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glenshee Ski Center 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Kingussie

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inverness AirportINVMedium Airport
RAF LossiemouthLMOMedium Airport
Bennetsfield Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Blair Atholl Airfield-Small Airport
Culbokie Airstrip-Small Airport
East Lochlane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Easter Airfield-Small Airport
Easterton Glider Field-Small Airport
Feshiebridge Glider Field-Small Airport
Fort Augustus Airstrip-Small Airport
Knockbain Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kylarrick House Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Shempston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Tain Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Tullochgribban-High Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kingussie

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alvie & Insh Church
Badenoch Free Church
Insh Village Church
Our Lady of the Rosary & St. Columba

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Kingussie

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Kingussie.

Name Description
Eidart Falls

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 Kingussie?

Kingussie has a population of 1,480 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 171.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kingussie?

Kingussie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 58.4 inches, with 18.4 inches of snow.

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