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Weather & Climate in Kinlochleven, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kinlochleven has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 152 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 101.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 42.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
53°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 152 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 194 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 6,357.5 sq mi (16,465.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.7116°N, 4.9736°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
17 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 | 48 km | 7 km |
| May 3, 1998 | Scotland, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 98 km | 15 km |
| Jan 23, 2011 | 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M3.5 | 51 km | 16 km |
| Aug 17, 1994 | 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom | M3.2 | 67 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 1990 | 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 69 km | 5 km |
| May 18, 2013 | 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2006 | 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 100 km | 8 km |
| Jul 26, 1992 | 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 1998 | 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 38 km | 9 km |
| Aug 27, 1992 | 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Nov 1, 2017 | 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom | M2.6 | 96 km | 7 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 69 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 39 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 8.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 9.8 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | Driest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 9.4 in | |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 10.8 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 11.3 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 11.8 in |
Kinlochleven has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 34°F in February to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 101.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (12.6") and June the driest (4.9").