Which is the warmest month in Lerwick, Shetland?

The warmest time of year in Lerwick, Shetland is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 14°C.

Which month has the most rain in Lerwick, Shetland?

In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Lerwick, Shetland with 141mm on average. There are normally 25 days in November with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Lerwick, Shetland?

The sunniest time of year in Lerwick, Shetland is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 30% of daylight hours; that's 4 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Lerwick, Shetland?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Lerwick, Shetland in August when the water temperature reaches 12°C.

Best time to visit Lerwick, Shetland

Q: When is the best time to visit Lerwick, Shetland?

The best time to visit Lerwick, Shetland is May and June based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Lerwick, Shetland?

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

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The weather guide for Scotland (Lerwick, Shetland) 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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