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Weather & Climate in Alford, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
56°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Area | 3,274.5 sq mi (8,480.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.2326°N, 2.7030°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
3 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.7.
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 69 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 119 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.0 in |
Alford has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.2").