Aberdeen
A community guide to Aberdeen in Scotland, y Deyrnas Unedig.
- Population
- 200,680 residents
- Region
- Scotland
- Country
- y Deyrnas Unedig
- Coordinates
- 57.1437, -2.0981
Geography and location
Aberdeen sits at approximate coordinates 57.1437 latitude and -2.0981 longitude within Scotland. The terrain and natural features around Aberdeen reflect those typical of its part of y Deyrnas Unedig, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Scotland road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Aberdeen is temperate, with marked seasonal variation between summer and winter, reflecting its location at latitude 57.14 within y Deyrnas Unedig. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Aberdeen experience. Visitors planning a trip to Aberdeen should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Getting there
Reaching Aberdeen typically involves the regional road network of Scotland or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse y Deyrnas Unedig. Local routes link Aberdeen to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Scotland. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Aberdeen.