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Isle of Skye Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom in July.

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Portree Staffin Dunvegan Colbost

Planning a getaway to Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Isle of Skye in July

Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in Isle of Skye generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Portree.

To explore the conditions in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hallin with an average of 98 mm (3.9 in) to high rainfall in Isleornsay with 157 mm (6.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Portree as an example - it receives around 130 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Isle of Skye by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Isle of Skye — and find the best time to visit. (based on Portree)

January9°C (48°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May13°C (55°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August17°C (63°F) September15°C (59°F) October13°C (55°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Isle of Skye in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Isle of Skye.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Isle of Skye

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Isle of Skye (July)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Skye (July)

Portree

In July Portree generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
130 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Portree →

Staffin

In July Staffin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
130 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Staffin →

Dunvegan

In July Dunvegan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
130 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Dunvegan →

Colbost

In July Colbost generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
130 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Colbost →

Kyleakin

In July Kyleakin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
130 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
152 mm (6 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kyleakin →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Isle of Skye, in the United Kingdom.

In our records: the United Kingdom July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United Kingdom reached 39°C (102°F) in Nottingham on July 19, 2022.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Isle of Skye in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Portree 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Staffin 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Dunvegan 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Colbost 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Kyleakin 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Broadford 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)

Isle of Skye weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom in July?

Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in July, part of the season. Daytime highs in Portree average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom in July?

In Portree, the average daytime high in July is 16°C (61°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in July?

Yes, July tends to be a wetter month in Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom. Average rainfall in Portree sits around 132 mm (5.2 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, July is one of the best times to visit Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom, but the weather is often unpleasant in Portree.

On average, the best time to visit Isle of Skye, the United Kingdom is in June, July, August and September with generally unpleasant weather in Portree.

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