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Lerwick Weather in July

July in Lerwick brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights around 11°C (52°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Lerwick in July

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain, with 63 mm (2.5 in) average for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Lerwick in July

Expect highs of 14°C (57°F) in Lerwick in July, with nights dropping to around 11°C (52°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 11°C (52°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Lerwick in July

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 123 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Lerwick.

Lerwick Temperature in July

Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
123 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Shetland, Scotland (27 KM, 17 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Lerwick in July

The weather can be unpredictable in July, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Lerwick in July

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

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