Geography of Scotland
Geography of Scotland: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Scotland
Northumberland is 121 mi to the south-east, Cumbria is 143 mi to the south-east, Newcastle upon Tyne is 145 mi to the south-east and County Antrim is 145 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 56°29′26.5″N 4°12′9.4″W (56.4907, -4.2026)
Quick facts about Scotland
| Type | Constituent country |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 56°29′26.5″N 4°12′9.4″W (56.4907, -4.2026) |
| Capital | Edinburgh |
| Population | 5.500.000 |
| Area | 30.090 sq mi |
| Time zone | Europe/London |
| Local time | 8:52 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | July |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by county in Scotland
4 counties mapped in this atlas
Summary
Scotland is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Scotland is a constituent country of the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 5.5 million. The capital is Edinburgh.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Scotland with partly cloudy. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 45°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Scotland is July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 227 mi away. Nearby highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Scotland today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Scotland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39° | 33° | 6,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 42° | 36° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 38° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 53° | 39° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 46° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 49° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 65° | 53° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 63° | 53° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 59° | 49° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 53° | 45° | 8,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 46° | 39° | 5,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 38° | 9,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Scotland?
Scotland is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 56.4907, -4.2026. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Scotland right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 68% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Scotland?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in Scotland, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Scotland in?
Scotland observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 8:52 PM.
How many people live in Scotland?
Scotland has a population of approximately 5.5 million.
What is the nearest airport to Scotland?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 227 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Scotland?
Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Lake District National Park and Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in Scotland?
Scotland covers 4 places in this atlas, including Greater Glasgow, Inner Hebrides, Lothian and Scottish Highlands.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 8:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
