When planning a visit to the Orkney Islands in the United Kingdom, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 8°C (46°F) in February up to 15°C (59°F) during the peak of August. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Orphir, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In the Orkney Islands, there are no specific months with consistently comfortable weather, but average temperatures vary throughout the year.
The cooler season is during the months of January, February, March, April and December.
When it comes to rainfall, the Orkney Islands sees significant variations throughout the year. November tends to be the wettest, receiving 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while May is much drier with just 60 mm (2.4 in).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.
