10-Day Weather Forecast for Orkney

Six-hourly outlook through Wednesday 16 September. Updated every three hours via MET Norway.

Day
Night
01:00
Morning
07:00
Afternoon
13:00
Evening
19:00
Monday
7 Sep
Rain showers
14°C (57°F)
1 mm (0.04 in)
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Tuesday
8 Sep
Light rain showers
11°C (52°F)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Light rain showers
11°C (52°F)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Light rain showers
14°C (57°F)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Partly cloudy
12°C (54°F)
0.5 mm (0.02 in)
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Wednesday
9 Sep
Cloudy
11°C (52°F)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Cloudy
10°C (50°F)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Cloudy
11°C (52°F)
0 mm (0 in)
Cloudy
12°C (54°F)
0 mm (0 in)
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Thursday
10 Sep
Partly cloudy
11°C (52°F)
0 mm (0 in)
Cloudy
11°C (52°F)
0 mm (0 in)
Rain showers
16°C (61°F)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Rain
14°C (57°F)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
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Friday
11 Sep
Cloudy
13°C (55°F)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Partly cloudy
12°C (54°F)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Cloudy
14°C (57°F)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Light rain showers
13°C (55°F)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
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Saturday
12 Sep
Partly cloudy
13°C (55°F)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
Cloudy
12°C (54°F)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Light rain
13°C (55°F)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Rain
12°C (54°F)
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
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Sunday
13 Sep
Rain
13°C (55°F)
1 mm (0.04 in)
Light rain
14°C (57°F)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Light rain
14°C (57°F)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Cloudy
13°C (55°F)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
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Monday
14 Sep
Rain
13°C (55°F)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Rain
13°C (55°F)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Cloudy
15°C (59°F)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Cloudy
14°C (57°F)
0.4 mm (0.02 in)
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Tuesday
15 Sep
Light rain showers
13°C (55°F)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Cloudy
12°C (54°F)
0.3 mm (0.01 in)
Cloudy
12°C (54°F)
0.2 mm (0.01 in)
Cloudy
11°C (52°F)
0 mm (0 in)
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Wednesday
16 Sep
Light rain
11°C (52°F)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Light rain
11°C (52°F)
0.6 mm (0.02 in)
Rain showers
13°C (55°F)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Rain
13°C (55°F)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Hourly ›
Data from MET Norway · Updated every three hours.

What's the weather in Orkney this week?

Today's weather - Monday 7 Sep

This evening, the weather in Orkney will be rain showers during the evening, with temperatures around 14°C (57°F), dropping to 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Tomorrow's weather - Tuesday 8 Sep

For Tuesday the forecast for Orkney is light rain showers throughout the day. High temperatures will reach a mild 14°C (57°F), with lows dropping to around 11°C (52°F).

10-Day Weather Forecast

The 10-day forecast shows that temperatures will vary between 12°C (54°F) and 16°C (61°F). During this period, expect daytime highs around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows around 12°C (54°F). Compared to typical September conditions, these temperatures are typical. There will be a mix of sun and clouds throughout this time. Precipitation levels will be a bit less than usual (versus normal September rainfall), with some rainy days. Precipitation is expected on roughly 6 days (Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon).

Weather Forecast FAQ for Orkney

When will be the warmest day next week?

The warmest day is expected to be Thursday with a high of 16°C (61°F).

When will be the coldest day?

The coldest day is forecasted for Wednesday with a low of 10°C (50°F).

Will it rain next week in Orkney?

Yes, rain is expected on 6 days , specifically on Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon.

How much rainfall is expected next week?

A total of 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain is forecasted for the 10-day period.

What will be the temperature range next week?

Temperatures will range from 10°C (50°F) to 16°C (61°F).

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