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Weather & Climate in Grantown on Spey, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Grantown on Spey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (1°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 43.6°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 1,231.0 sq mi (3,188.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.3305°N, 3.6087°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 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Jan 23, 2011 | 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 143 km | 16 km |
| Aug 17, 1994 | 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 138 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2013 | 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2006 | 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 124 km | 8 km |
| Jul 26, 1992 | 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Mar 7, 1998 | 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 143 km | 9 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 18 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 139 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 88 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.9 in |
Grantown on Spey has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 34°F in February to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.3").