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Inner Hebrides Weather & Climate: Scotland

Climate by month across the Inner Hebrides, Scotland, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of the Inner Hebrides

the Inner Hebrides is one of several regions in Scotland, with temperatures that range from 8°C (46°F) in February to 17°C (63°F) during the peak of August. We've based our full climate overview on data from Tobermory, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

the Inner Hebrides experiences varying average temperatures all year, without any months of consistently pleasant weather.

The coldest months are usually in January, February, March and December.

Precipitation in the Inner Hebrides varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in December with 236 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while May stays relatively dry with 110 mm (4.3 in). The region experiences its rainy season during January, February, October, November and December, when monthly rainfall can range from 202 mm (8 in) to 236 mm (9.3 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.

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Tobermory Bowmore Duntulm
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Climate map of the Inner Hebrides

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Tobermory 9°C (48°F) 17°C (63°F) 4°C (39°F) 12°C (54°F) 2115 mm (83 in) 1,208 hours
Bowmore 10°C (50°F) 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 13°C (55°F) 1290 mm (51 in)
Duntulm 9°C (48°F) 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 12°C (54°F) 1678 mm (66 in) 1,170 hours

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