Stromness, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Stromness is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,810. Elevation: 23 ft (7 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 | 1,810 |
| Population Density | 1,293 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 58.9650°, -3.2960° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,137 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Stromness
Stromness is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,810. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Stromness
Stromness 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 | 45.6°F |
| 16% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,293/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 58.9650°N, 3.2960°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 4.9 in |
Stromness has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 39°F in February to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and May the driest (2.2").
Schools in Stromness
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stenness Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Stromness Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Orphir Community School | - | - | - | - |
| Stromness Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Stromness
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grampian Hospital Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Stromness
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craa Nest | ||||
| Flotta Heritage Centre / Museum | ||||
| Glen House | ||||
| Kirbuster Farm Museum | ||||
| Longhope Lifeboat Museum | ||||
| Orkneyinga Saga Centre | ||||
| Scapa Flow Visitor Centre & Museum | ||||
| Stromness Museum | ||||
| The Old School |
Libraries in Stromness
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Stromness Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Stromness
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Stromness
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Stromness
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Stromness
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Stromness
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Stromness
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Stromness
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Stromness
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Stromness
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Stromness
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Stromness
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swannay Brewery | ||||
| The Orkney Brewery |
Airports Near Stromness
10 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 |
| Papa Westray Airport | PPW | Small Airport |
| Sanday Airport | NDY | Small Airport |
| Stronsay Airport | SOY | Small Airport |
| Westray Airport | WRY | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Stromness
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Dounby Post Office | |
| Graemsay Post Office | |
| Orphir Post Office | |
| Quoyloo Post Office | |
| Stenness Post Office | |
| Stromness Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Stromness
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Heart of Neolithic Orkney | Cultural | 1999 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Stromness
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gospel Hall | |
| Orphir Church | |
| Saint Mary-the-Virgin | |
| Stenness Parish Church | |
| Stromness Church of Scotland | |
| Stromness Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Stromness?
Stromness has a population of 1,810 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,293 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Stromness?
Stromness has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.
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