Best Time to Visit Orkney
Best time: Sep, Aug, Apr, May.
Jan is warmest (29.7°C high); Jan is rainiest (109 mm).
Orkney weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.7 | 16.3 | 109 | 11.5 |
| Feb | 28.9 | 15.7 | 86 | 10.7 |
| Mar | 27.6 | 13.9 | 78 | 9.3 |
| Apr | 24.9 | 9.9 | 45 | 8.1 |
| May | 22 | 4.9 | 14 | 6.9 |
| Jun | 19.1 | 1.3 | 7 | 6.3 |
| Jul | 19.3 | 1 | 4 | 6.7 |
| Aug | 22.1 | 3.9 | 9 | 8.1 |
| Sep | 25.9 | 8.5 | 21 | 9.6 |
| Oct | 27.8 | 12.1 | 66 | 10.7 |
| Nov | 28.5 | 14.3 | 72 | 11.5 |
| Dec | 29.4 | 15.6 | 87 | 11.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: SepAugAprMay
Beaches: SepNovOctAug
Hiking: AugJulSepJun
Sightseeing: SepAugMayApr
Orkney quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Jan): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Orkney?
Sep, Aug, Apr, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Jan, about 109 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 29.7°C.
Where to stay
See Orkney hotels · Book Orkney tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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