Scalloway, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Scalloway is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,240. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°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 | 1,240 |
| Population Density | 1,016 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.1383°, -1.2769° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.9 inches (1,217 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Scalloway
Scalloway is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,240. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Scalloway
Scalloway has an average annual temperature of 7.7°C (46°F). The hottest month is Aug (12.6°C), the coldest is Feb (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1263 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 203 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,016/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.1383°N, 1.2769°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.2 in | |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 5.6 in |
Scalloway has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 38°F in February to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and May the driest (2.1").
Schools in Scalloway
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scalloway Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Whiteness Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hamnavoe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Skeld Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Scalloway
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIBC | 96.2fm, local emphasis | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Scalloway
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bressay Heritage Centre | ||||
| Crofthouse Museum | ||||
| Mousa Ferry Waiting Room Exhibition | ||||
| Quendale Mill | ||||
| Scalloway Museum | ||||
| Shetland Museum and Archives | ||||
| Shetland Textile Museum | ||||
| The Cabin Museum |
Libraries in Scalloway
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shetland Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Scalloway
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Scalloway
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Scalloway
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Scalloway
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Scalloway
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Scalloway
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Scalloway
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Scalloway
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sumburgh Airport | LSI | Medium Airport |
| Fair Isle Airport | FIE | Small Airport |
| Fetlar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lerwick / Tingwall Airport | LWK | Small Airport |
| Out Skerries Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Papa Stour Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Unst Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Whalsay Airstrip | WHS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Scalloway
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bixter Post Office | |
| Hamnavoe Post Office | |
| Reawick Post Office | |
| Scalloway Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Scalloway
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Burra Baptist Church Hall | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Scalloway Kirk | |
| Tingwall Kirk |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Scalloway?
Scalloway has a population of 1,240 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,016 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Scalloway?
Scalloway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches.
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