Orkney Islands Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in July.

Thinking about venturing to the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Orkney Islands in July

The Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. July in the Orkney Islands generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Orphir.

To explore the conditions in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kirkwall with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Stromness with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Orphir gets around 133 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore the Orkney Islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Orkney Islands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Orphir)

Best Places to Visit in the Orkney Islands in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Orkney Islands.

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Orkney Islands

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

Temperature range in the Orkney Islands (July)

Precipitation variation in the Orkney Islands (July)

Orphir

In July Orphir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
133 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Stromness

In July Stromness generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
133 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Burray Village

In July Burray Village generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
133 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Evie

In July Evie generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
133 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kirkwall

In July Kirkwall generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
133 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Orkney Islands, 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 the Orkney Islands in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Orphir 14°C (57°F) 12°C (54°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Stromness 14°C (57°F) 12°C (54°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Burray Village 14°C (57°F) 12°C (54°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Evie 14°C (57°F) 12°C (54°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Kirkwall 14°C (57°F) 12°C (54°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Orkney 14°C (57°F) 12°C (54°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

The Orkney Islands weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in July?

In July, the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom generally has tolerable weather conditions. Orphir sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom in July?

In Orphir, the average daytime high in July is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in July?

July is on the drier side in the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom. Orphir averages only about 68 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is July a Good Time to Visit the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom?

We consider July to be one of the best times to travel to the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Orphir is tolerable. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide tolerable weather in Orphir. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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