Portree, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Portree is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,480. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,480 Population 5,391/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Portree

Portree

Portree is the capital and largest town of the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. It is a civil parish and lies within the Highland council area, around 74 miles (119 km) from its administrative centre of Inverness.

People

Population2,480
Density5,391/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Population2,480
Population Density5,391 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates57.4129°, -6.1942°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,937 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Portree

Portree is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,480. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Portree experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density5,391/sq mi
Coordinates57.4129°N, 6.1942°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.3"
101% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.17"
Driest Month (May) 3.66"

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 70 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 70 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 40 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 147 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 77 km
Jun 8, 2006 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom M2.9 36 km
Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 45 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 125 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 142 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake - - 121 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 8.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 5.2 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 6.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in Driest
June 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
July 56°F (14°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 5.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 8.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 8.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 9.2 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 8.7 in

Portree has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 39°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 76.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.2") and May the driest (3.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Portree

Institution Type Founded Website
UHI West Highland - Broadford College - ,
UHI West Highland - Portree College - ,

Schools in Portree

5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Portree Primary School - - - -
Portree High School - - - -
Macdiarmid Primary School - - - -
Portree Gaelic School - - - -
Raasay Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Portree

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Skye - MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Portree

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Portree Community Library0.0

Hotels in Portree

22 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borodale House Hotel
Bracken Hide Resort
Cuillin Hills Hotel
Greshornish House
Lochview Bed and Breakfast
Pier Hotel
Portree Hotel
Raasay House
Redwood House
Rosedale Hotel
Sconser Lodge
Shorefield House
Skeabost Country House Hotel
Sligachan Hotel
The Bosville Hotel
The Caledonian Hotel
The Isles Inn
The Marmalade
The Royal Hotel
Tongadale Hotel
Ullinish House
Viewfield House

Restaurants in Portree

20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Am Braigh
Antlers Bar & Grill
Caberfeidh
Cuchullin Restaurant
Dulse and Brose
Gasta
No. 1 Noodles and Rice
Pier Hotel
Pizzeria L'Incontro
Prince of India
Raasay Restaurant
Scorrybreac Restaurant
Sea Breezes
Taste of India
The Caledonian Cafe
The Granary
The Lower Deck
The Market Place
Tianavaig
Tomita Sushi

Cafes in Portree

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Birch
Café Arriba
Gasta To Go
Summer Coffee and Sandwiches
The Highland Cow

Cinemas in Portree

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

LAS

Monuments in Portree

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apothecary's Tower
Duirinish Stone

Castles in Portree

3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brochel Castle
Duntulm Castle
Dunvegan Castle

Clinics in Portree

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Raasay Clinic

Veterinaries in Portree

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1458120059

Gas Stations in Portree

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #376747201
Portree filling station

Banks in Portree

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland
RBS

Gyms in Portree

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Skye Gym

Golf Courses in Portree

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Isle of Skye Golf Club
Skeabost Golf Club

Breweries in Portree

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cuillin Brewery
Isle of Skye Brewery

Airports Near Portree

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Broadford AirstripSKLSmall Airport
Plockton Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Portree

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Portree Post Office
Raasay Community Stores

Churches & Religious Organizations in Portree

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Free Presbyterian
Portree Free Church
Portree Free Church
Portree Parish Church
Skye Bible Church
Snizort Free Church of Scotland
St. Columba's
St. Mary's

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Waterfalls
8
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Waterfalls Near Portree

8 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Portree.

Name Description
Bride's Veil Falls
Chracaig Waterfall
Eas Tardil Waterfall
Lealt Falls
Mealt Falls
Rha Waterfall
Rory More's Waterfall Height: 3
Steall a' Ghreip

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 Portree?

Portree has a population of 2,480 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5,391 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Portree?

Portree has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.

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