Weather & Climate in Ballater, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ballater has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. The area receives 11.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 43.1°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 885.8 sq mi (2,294.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.0501°N, 3.0380°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
6 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.0.
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 130 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 91 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 3.9 in |
Ballater has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 34°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (2.4").