Shetland weather in July (Scotland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Shetland this July? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of July in Shetland typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 14°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 11°C.

Precipitation

Shetland in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 123 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, July is a great time to visit. July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shetland climate page with graphs.

 

Shetland, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 123 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Scotland in July

Find out more about the weather in Scotland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Shetland.

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