Aberdeen is a port city located in North East Scotland. It serves as the third most populous city in Scotland and currently functions as its own local authority, separate from the council area of Aberdeenshire. As of 2020, the main urban area had a population of 198,590, while the wider settlement including outlying localities reached 220,690.
The city is characterized by a long, sandy coastline and an oceanic climate. This weather pattern typically results in cool summers and mild, rainy winters. Historically, Aberdeen was situated within the historic county of Aberdeenshire.