Laurencekirk, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Laurencekirk is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,040. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°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 Laurencekirk
Laurencekirk, locally known as Lournie or simply 'The Kirk', is a small town in the historic county of Kincardineshire, Scotland, just off the A90 Dundee to Aberdeen main road. It is administered as part of Aberdeenshire. It is the largest settlement in the Howe o' the Mearns area and houses the local secondary school; Mearns Academy, which was established in 1895 and awarded the Charter Mark in 2003.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,040 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.8334°, -2.4654° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.7 inches (831 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
About Laurencekirk
Laurencekirk is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,040. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 885.8 sq mi (2,294.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.8334°N, 2.4654°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in |
Laurencekirk has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 34°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.0").
Schools in Laurencekirk
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luthermuir School | - | - | - | - |
| Laurencekirk School | - | - | - | - |
| Mearns Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Laurencekirk
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greatest Hits Non-Stop | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Tay Bridges Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| NOW Radio 80s | 80's, 80s | MP3 | |
| Radio North Angus | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Mearns FM | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Pure Beat Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Original 106 | adult contemporary, pop music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Laurencekirk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banchory Museum | ||||
| Brechin Town House Museum | ||||
| Maggie Law Maritime Museum | ||||
| Mill of Benholm | ||||
| Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre | ||||
| Montrose Museum | ||||
| The Grassic Gibbon Centre | ||||
| The Lifeboat House |
Libraries in Laurencekirk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brechin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inglis Memorial Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverbervie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mearns Academy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Montrose Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Laurencekirk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose Farmers' Market |
Hotels in Laurencekirk
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Laurencekirk
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Laurencekirk
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Laurencekirk
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Laurencekirk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnside Brewery | ||||
| Deeside Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Laurencekirk
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Laurencekirk
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garthdee Ski Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Laurencekirk
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen International Airport | ABZ | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Easter Nether Cabra Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hatton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Insch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsmuir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirriemuir Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Laurencekirk | - | Small Airport |
| Longside Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Montrose Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Netherley Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Meldrum | - | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pittodrie-House | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Whiterashes Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Laurencekirk
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Laurencekirk Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Laurencekirk
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fettercairn Parish Church | |
| St Andrew's Episcopal Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Laurencekirk?
Laurencekirk has a population of 3,040 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 885.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laurencekirk?
Laurencekirk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.
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