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Weather & Climate in Kingussie, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kingussie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 42.9°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Area | 171.2 sq mi (443.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.0800°N, 4.0523°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 | 105 km | 7 km |
| Jan 23, 2011 | 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 109 km | 16 km |
| Aug 17, 1994 | 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 104 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2013 | 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2006 | 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 108 km | 8 km |
| Jul 26, 1992 | 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 103 km | 5 km |
| Mar 7, 1998 | 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 105 km | 9 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 22 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 104 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 52 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) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 6.3 in |
Kingussie has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 34°F in February to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and April the driest (3.0").