Scotland Map
Interactive map of Scotland with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
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 56°F (13°C) in Scotland with overcast. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 55°F to 63°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - 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 63°F is in line with the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Scotland today at 9.3/10. 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.
Map of Scotland
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
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 | 8:05 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | July |
| Climate | Temperate |
Maps of each county in Scotland
4 counties mapped in this atlas
Cities map of Scotland
3 cities and towns mapped in this atlas
Counties map of Scotland
4 counties mapped, each with its own weather, climate and geography pages
Neighboring constituent countries in United Kingdom
Sorted by distance from Scotland.
Getting to Scotland
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 227 mi
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 145 mi · roughly 3.3 h driving
- Belfast · 147 mi · roughly 3.4 h driving
- Windermere · 154 mi · roughly 3.5 h driving
- York · 214 mi · roughly 4.9 h driving
- Liverpool · 218 mi · roughly 5 h driving
- Manchester · 222 mi · roughly 5.1 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Scotland
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 227 mi | Dublin |
Top attractions in Scotland
Things to do in Scotland
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Scotland.
Explore Scotland
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Map for related places
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 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 8 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 8:05 AM.
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.
Related articles
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 23, 2026 at 8:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
