Muir of Ord, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Muir of Ord is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,690. Elevation: 115 ft (35 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

2,690 Population 871/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
60.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Muir of Ord

Muir of Ord

Muir of Ord is a village in Easter Ross, in the Highland council area of Scotland. It is situated near the western end of the Black Isle, about 9 miles (14 km) west of the city of Inverness and 5+1⁄2 miles (9 km) south of Dingwall. The village had a population of
2,840 in 2020 and sits 35 metres (115 ft) above sea level. The Scottish geologist Sir Roderick Murchison was born in the village in 1792.

People

Population2,690
Density871/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain60.1 in/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population2,690
Population Density871 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates57.5198°, -4.4594°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation60.1 inches (1,526 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Muir of Ord

Muir of Ord is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,690. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Muir of Ord experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 60.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density871/sq mi
Coordinates57.5198°N, 4.4594°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.1"
58% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.77"
Driest Month (May) 3.15"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 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 M3.8 108 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 111 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 87 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 112 km
Jun 8, 2006 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom M2.9 71 km
Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 59 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 149 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 133 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 48 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 6.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 5.7 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.6 in
October 47°F (9°C) 6.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 6.7 in
December 38°F (3°C) 6.5 in

Muir of Ord has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.8") and May the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Muir of Ord

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mulbuie Primary School - - - -
Tarradale Primary School - - - -
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Museums in Muir of Ord

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abertarff House
Dingwall Museum
Highland Museum of Childhood
Inverness Museum & Art Gallery
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre
The Spa Pump Room
Urquhart Castle Visitor Centre

Libraries in Muir of Ord

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alness Library0.0
Beauly Library0.0
Dingwall Library0.0
Inverness Library0.0
Muir of Ord Library0.0

Hotels in Muir of Ord

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ord Arms Hotel
Ord House Hotel

Cafes in Muir of Ord

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bad Girl Bakery
Cafe Artysans at The Muir Hub

Castles in Muir of Ord

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kilcoy Castle

Train Stations in Muir of Ord

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Muir of Ord

Gas Stations in Muir of Ord

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ord Filling Station

Gyms in Muir of Ord

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NV2 Fitness

Golf Courses in Muir of Ord

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Muir of Ord Golf Club

Breweries in Muir of Ord

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Isle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Muir of Ord

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Airports Near Muir of Ord

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inverness AirportINVMedium Airport
Achnasheen Airstrip-Small Airport
Ballone Castle Airstrip-Small Airport
Bennetsfield Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Culbokie Airstrip-Small Airport
Dornoch Airfield-Small Airport
Easter Airfield-Small Airport
Feshiebridge Glider Field-Small Airport
Fort Augustus Airstrip-Small Airport
Knockbain Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kylarrick House Airstrip-Small Airport
Tain Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Tullochgribban-High Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Muir of Ord

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
East Church
Urray Free Church
Urray West Parish Church

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Waterfalls
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Waterfalls Near Muir of Ord

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Muir of Ord.

Name Description
Falls of Orrin

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 Muir of Ord?

Muir of Ord has a population of 2,690 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 871 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Muir of Ord?

Muir of Ord has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 60.1 inches.

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