Symbister, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Symbister is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 797. Elevation: 236 ft (72 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 | 797 |
| Population Density | 653 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Coordinates | 60.3419°, -1.0246° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.4 inches (1,205 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Symbister
Symbister is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 797. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Symbister
Symbister 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 | 45.9°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 653/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 60.3419°N, 1.0246°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in |
Symbister has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 39°F in February to 54°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and May the driest (2.0").
Colleges & Universities in Symbister
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UHI Shetland - North Isles LC2 | College | - | , |
| UHI Shetland - North Mainland LC2 | College | - | , |
Schools in Symbister
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lunnasting Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Nesting Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Whalsay School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Symbister
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIBC | 96.2fm, local emphasis | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Symbister
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bressay Heritage Centre | ||||
| Old Haa Museum | ||||
| Scalloway Museum | ||||
| Shetland Museum and Archives | ||||
| Shetland Textile Museum | ||||
| The Cabin Museum |
Libraries in Symbister
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shetland Library | 0.0 |
Castles in Symbister
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Symbister
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Symbister
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Symbister
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sumburgh Airport | LSI | Medium 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 Symbister
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Symbister Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Symbister
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Symbister Kirk | |
| Vidlin Methodist Chapel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Symbister?
Symbister has a population of 797 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 653 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Symbister?
Symbister 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 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches.
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