Isle of Islay Weather & Climate: the United Kingdom

Climate by month across Isle of Islay, the United Kingdom, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Climate overview of Isle of Islay

Isle of Islay in the United Kingdom sees its peak temperatures in August (17°C (63°F)) and its coolest in February (9°C (48°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Port Ellen, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Isle of Islay, there are no specific months with consistently comfortable weather, but average temperatures vary throughout the year.

The colder months are generally January, February and March.

When it comes to rainfall, Isle of Islay sees significant variations throughout the year. December tends to be the wettest, receiving 152 mm (6 in) of rain, while May is much drier with just 75 mm (3 in).

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Port Ellen
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Port Ellen 9°C (48°F) 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 13°C (55°F) 1375 mm (54 in)

Places in Isle of Islay, the United Kingdom

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