Staithes, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Staithes is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 826. Elevation: 43 ft (13 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

826 Population 7/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population826
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population826
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates54.5590°, -0.7926°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.3 inches (770 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Staithes

Staithes is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 826. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Staithes experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area119.3 sq mi (309.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates54.5590°N, 0.7926°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.3"
20% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.03"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 132 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 102 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 150 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 144 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 71 km
Jun 21, 1998 74 km E of Flamborough, United Kingdom M3.5 129 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 150 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 136 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 150 km
Aug 19, 2003 1 km WSW of Finningley, United Kingdom M3.2 121 km
Apr 5, 2008 3 km SSE of Middle Rasen, United Kingdom M3.1 137 km
Oct 7, 1998 3 km ESE of Ulceby, United Kingdom M3.1 112 km
Jul 5, 2004 5 km WNW of Lund, United Kingdom M3.0 70 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 128 km
Apr 11, 2009 5 km ENE of Goxhill, United Kingdom M3.0 103 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 35 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 132 km
Aug 10, 2007 2 km SW of Failsworth, United Kingdom M2.5 150 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 44°F (6°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in

Staithes has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Staithes

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Staithes, Seton Community Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Staithes

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Scarborough community radio MP3 64 kbps
This is the Coast - MP3
Aycliffe Radio local radio MP3 128 kbps
CVFM - MP3 320 kbps
Zetland FM pop MP3 128 kbps
Kearney FM community radio, local news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Staithes

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Captain Cook Memorial Museum
Cholmley House
Land of Iron
Museum of Victorian Science
Pannett Art Gallery
RNLI Whitby Museum
Staithes Heritage Centre and the Captain Cook Museum
Tocketts Watermill
Whitby Jet Heritage Centre
Whitby Museum
Winkies Castle

Libraries in Staithes

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Botton Community Library0.0
Marske Library0.0
Saltburn Library0.0
Skelton Library0.0
Whitby Library0.0

Cafes in Staithes

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cobbles
Dotty's Tearoom
Ringers Cafe Bar
Seadrift Cafe

Breweries in Staithes

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Whitby Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Staithes

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Airports Near Staithes

45 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Leeds East Airport-Medium Airport
RAF Leeming-Medium Airport
RAF Topcliffe-Medium Airport
Teesside International AirportMMEMedium Airport
Acaster Malbis Airstrip-Small Airport
Bagby Thirsk Airfield-Small Airport
Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield-Small Airport
Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield-Small Airport
Birchwood Lodge Airstrip-Small Airport
Boon Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bridlington Airfield-Small Airport
Dishforth Village Airfield-Small Airport
Eddsfield Airfield-Small Airport
Elvington Airfield-Small Airport
Felixkirk Airstrip-Small Airport
Fishburn Airfield-Small Airport
Full Sutton Airfield-Small Airport
Gilrudding Grange Airstrip-Small Airport
Greenhills Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield-Small Airport
Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ings Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lodge Field House Airstrip-Small Airport
Low Moor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Melrose Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Moor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Newgate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip-Small Airport
Octon Airstrip-Small Airport
Peterlee Airfield-Small Airport
Pocklington Airfield-Small Airport
Redmoor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Rufforth East Airfield-Small Airport
Rufforth West Airfield-Small Airport
Settrington Airstrip-Small Airport
Spite Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Tansterne Grange Airstrip-Small Airport
Throstle Nest Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wathstones Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wombleton Airfield-Small Airport
Woodhouse Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Yearby Airstrip-Small Airport
Yorkshire Gliding Club-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Staithes

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Our Lady Star of the Sea
Saint Nicholas
Saint Peter

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Staithes

What is the population of Staithes?

Staithes has a population of 826 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 119.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Staithes?

Staithes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.3 inches.

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