Pencaitland, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Pencaitland is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,480. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°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 5/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Pencaitland

Pencaitland

Pencaitland is a village in East Lothian, Scotland, about 12 miles south-east of Edinburgh, 5 mi (8 km) south-west of Haddington, and 1 mi (2 km) east of Ormiston.

People

Population1,480
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Population1,480
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates55.9073°, -2.8949°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)

About Pencaitland

Pencaitland is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,480. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Pencaitland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area331.2 sq mi (857.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates55.9073°N, 2.8949°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
16% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 7.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.99"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 28, 2008.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 99 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 101 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 101 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 82 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 127 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 100 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 121 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in

Pencaitland has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.8").

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Schools in Pencaitland

3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pencaitland Primary School - - - -
Saltoun Primary School - - - -
Humbie Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Pencaitland

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
TD1 Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
242 RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
EHFM community radio, edinburgh MP3 192 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Pencaitland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1722 Waggonway Heritage Centre
Auld Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre
Coastal Centre Exhibition
Coastal Communities Museum
Dalkeith Museum
Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre
John Gray Centre
Musselburgh Museum
Myreton Motor Museum
National Mining Museum Scotland
National Museum of Flight
Preston Mill
Prestongrange Mining Museum
Scottish Seabird Centre
Thirlestane Castle

Libraries in Pencaitland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Craigmillar Library0.0
Dalkeith Library0.0
Danderhall Library0.0
East Linton Library0.0
George Waterston Library0.0
Gilmerton Library0.0
Gorebridge Library0.0
John Gray Centre0.0
Lasswade Library0.0
Lauderdale Library0.0
Longniddry Library and Community Centre0.0
Mayfield Library0.0
Moredun Library0.0
Musselburgh Library0.0
Newbattle Library0.0
Newtongrange Library0.0
North Berwick Library0.0
Piershill Library0.0
Portobello Library0.0
Tranent Library0.0
Windmill Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Pencaitland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Fortune Sunday Market
Haddington Farmers' Market
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Cafes in Pencaitland

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Humbie Hub
Rosearista Coffee Shop
The Bothy

Monuments in Pencaitland

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fletcher Monument
Mercat Cross

Gas Stations in Pencaitland

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf

Breweries in Pencaitland

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Archerfield Fine Ales
Cross Borders Brewing Co.

Airports Near Pencaitland

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Archerfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Balgone Airstrip-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm 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
Forfar Airstrip-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Kingsmuir Airfield-Small Airport
Kirriemuir Farm Strip-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Nairns Mains Airstrip-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Pencaitland

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pencaitland Post Office

Treatment Centers in Pencaitland

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A&E
Fertility & Reproductive Endocrine Unit
Gateway to Recovery Clinic
OPD1
OPD2
OPD3
OPD4
OPD5
OPD6
Pódia
Portobello Foot Care
Portobello Health Hub
Pregnancy Support Unit

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pencaitland

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
East Saltoun Parish Church
Humbie Kirk
Pencaitland Parish Church

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 Pencaitland?

Pencaitland has a population of 1,480 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pencaitland?

Pencaitland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.

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