Which is the warmest month in Loch Ness?

The warmest time of year in Loch Ness is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 17°C.

Which month has the most rain in Loch Ness?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Loch Ness with 146mm on average. There are normally 24 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Loch Ness?

The sunniest time of year in Loch Ness is normally April with bright sunshine on average for 29% of daylight hours; that's 4 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Loch Ness

Q: When is the best time to visit Loch Ness?

The best time to visit Loch Ness is May and June based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Loch Ness?

The best time to visit Loch Ness is May and June based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Scotland (Loch Ness) 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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