Best time to visit Kirkwall, Orkney

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When is the best time to visit Kirkwall, Orkney?

The best time to visit Kirkwall, Orkney is May and June based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

  • 43°F maximum daytime temperature in January in Kirkwall, Orkney43
    Jan
  • 43°F maximum daytime temperature in February in Kirkwall, Orkney43
    Feb
  • 45°F maximum daytime temperature in March in Kirkwall, Orkney45
    Mar
  • 48°F maximum daytime temperature in April in Kirkwall, Orkney48
    Apr
  • 54°F maximum daytime temperature in May in Kirkwall, Orkney54
    May
  • 57°F maximum daytime temperature in June in Kirkwall, Orkney57
    Jun
  • 59°F maximum daytime temperature in July in Kirkwall, Orkney59
    Jul
  • 59°F maximum daytime temperature in August in Kirkwall, Orkney59
    Aug
  • 57°F maximum daytime temperature in September in Kirkwall, Orkney57
    Sep
  • 52°F maximum daytime temperature in October in Kirkwall, Orkney52
    Oct
  • 46°F maximum daytime temperature in November in Kirkwall, Orkney46
    Nov
  • 45°F maximum daytime temperature in December in Kirkwall, Orkney45
    Dec

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The weather guide for Scotland (Kirkwall, Orkney) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Which is the hottest month in Kirkwall, Orkney?

The hottest time of year in Kirkwall, Orkney is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 59°F.

Which month has the most rain in Kirkwall, Orkney?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Kirkwall, Orkney with 4.7 inches on average. There are normally 24 days in November with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Kirkwall, Orkney?

The sunniest time of year in Kirkwall, Orkney is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 31% of daylight hours; that's 5 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Kirkwall, Orkney?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Kirkwall, Orkney in August when the water temperature reaches 55°F.

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