Saint Margaret's Hope, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Saint Margaret's Hope is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 550. Elevation: 39 ft (12 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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People
Climate
| Population | 550 |
| Population Density | 393 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.8253°, -2.9583° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.9 inches (1,039 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Saint Margaret's Hope
Saint Margaret's Hope is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 550. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Saint Margaret's Hope
Saint Margaret's Hope has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Aug (13.3°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1034 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.0°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 393/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.8253°N, 2.9583°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 4.5 in |
Saint Margaret's Hope has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 39°F in February to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (2.1").
Schools in Saint Margaret's Hope
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Burray Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Flotta Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Saint Margaret's Hope
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Saint Margaret's Hope
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flotta Heritage Centre / Museum | ||||
| Highland Park Distillery Visitor Centre | ||||
| Orkney Fossil and Vintage Centre | ||||
| Orkney Museum | ||||
| Orkney Wireless Museum | ||||
| Orkneyinga Saga Centre | ||||
| Scapa Flow Visitor Centre & Museum | ||||
| Shapinsay Heritage Centre | ||||
| Tomb of the Eagles Visitor's Centre | ||||
| Town Hall | ||||
| W. Hourston Blacksmith's Museum |
Libraries in Saint Margaret's Hope
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orkney Library & Archive | 0.0 |
Hotels in Saint Margaret's Hope
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Saint Margaret's Hope
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Saint Margaret's Hope
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Saint Margaret's Hope
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Saint Margaret's Hope
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Saint Margaret's Hope
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Saint Margaret's Hope
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John o'Groats Brewery Visitor Centre |
Airports Near Saint Margaret's Hope
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Eday Airport | EOI | Medium Airport |
| Kirkwall Airport | KOI | Medium Airport |
| Wick John O'Groats Airport | WIC | Medium Airport |
| Corston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Flotta Isle Airstrip | FLH | Small Airport |
| Lamb Holm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| North Ronaldsay Airport | NRL | Small Airport |
| Papa Westray Airport | PPW | Small Airport |
| Sanday Airport | NDY | Small Airport |
| Stronsay Airport | SOY | Small Airport |
| Westray Airport | WRY | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Saint Margaret's Hope
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Flotta Post Office | |
| Holm Post Office and Shop | |
| Longhope Post Office | |
| Lyness Post Office | |
| Mail Boxes Etc. | |
| St Margarets Hope Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Saint Margaret's Hope
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Flotta Church | |
| Old St Mary's Church | |
| Saint Peters (now deconsecrated) | |
| St Margaret's Church and Hall | |
| The Italian Chapel |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Saint Margaret's Hope?
Saint Margaret's Hope has a population of 550 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 393 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Saint Margaret's Hope?
Saint Margaret's Hope has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.
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