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
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About 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
Climate
| Population | 1,480 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.0800°, -4.0523° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.4 inches (1,482 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 18.4 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Area | 171.2 sq mi (443.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.0800°N, 4.0523°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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").
Schools in Kingussie
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingussie High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kingussie Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Kingussie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Am Fasgadh | ||||
| Clan McPherson House & Museum | ||||
| Highland Folk Museum |
Farmers Markets in Kingussie
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Market Stance |
Hotels in Kingussie
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kingussie
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kingussie
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kingussie
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Kingussie
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kingussie
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kingussie
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kingussie
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kingussie
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kingussie
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Inverness Airport | INV | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lossiemouth | LMO | Medium 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 Airport | PSL | Small 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).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alvie & Insh Church | |
| Badenoch Free Church | |
| Insh Village Church | |
| Our Lady of the Rosary & St. Columba |
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Waterfalls Near Kingussie
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Kingussie.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Eidart Falls |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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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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