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Weather & Climate in Aviemore, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Aviemore has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.6 inches. The area receives 7.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
56°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 171.2 sq mi (443.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.1955°N, 3.8259°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
13 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.8.
| Aug 4, 2017 | 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M3.8 | 122 km | 7 km |
| Jan 23, 2011 | 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 126 km | 16 km |
| Aug 17, 1994 | 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 120 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2013 | 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2006 | 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 115 km | 8 km |
| Jul 26, 1992 | 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Mar 7, 1998 | 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 124 km | 9 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 5 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 120 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 69 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in |
Aviemore has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 35°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.1").