Melrose, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Melrose is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,510. Elevation: 318 ft (97 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
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About Melrose
Melrose is a town and civil parish in the Scottish Borders, historically in Roxburghshire. It lies within the Eildon committee area of Scottish Borders Council.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,510 |
| Population Density | 4,482 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.5997°, -2.7277° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.2 inches (946 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Melrose
Melrose is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,510. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet (97 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,482/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.5997°N, 2.7277°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.6 in |
Melrose has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.2").
Schools in Melrose
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Melrose
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital FM Edinburgh | edinburgh, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Forth1 | pop music, popular | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| East Coast FM Haddington | easy listening | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BFBS Scotland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Edge 1 | - | MP3 | |
| Hear Me top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 | |
| TD1 Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio ENRG | alternative, edinburgh | MP3 | |
| 242 RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EHFM | community radio, edinburgh | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Melrose
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borders Textile Towerhouse | ||||
| Commendator's House Museum | ||||
| Great Tapestry of Scotland Visitor Centre | ||||
| Halliwell's House Museum & Robson Gallery | ||||
| Hawick Museum | ||||
| Jedburgh Castle Jail and Museum | ||||
| Mary Queen Of Scots' Visitors Centre | ||||
| Old Gala House | ||||
| Sir Walter Scottʼs Courtroom | ||||
| Thirlestane Castle | ||||
| Trimontium Museum |
Libraries in Melrose
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earlston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Galashiels Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hawick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jedburgh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lauderdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Melrose Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Melrose
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Melrose
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Melrose
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Melrose
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Melrose
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Melrose
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Melrose
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Melrose
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tempest Brewing Co |
Stadiums & Teams in Melrose
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Melrose
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Carlisle Lake District Airport | CAX | Medium Airport |
| RAF Spadeadam | - | Medium Airport |
| Archerfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Balgone Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Charterhall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Fortune Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsmuir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkbride Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loadman Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midlem Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Milfield Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nether Huntlywood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Melrose
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Trinity | |
| Melrose Parish Church | |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Melrose?
Melrose has a population of 2,510 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4,482 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Melrose?
Melrose has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.
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