Best months in Stornoway, United Kingdom

Best Time to Visit Stornoway, United Kingdom

Climate guide for Stornoway, United Kingdom — updated 2026

Travel window June, July, August Peak: June · 6.6/10 climate score
Months to avoid January, February, November, December
Visit score

Stornoway on the map · best months to visit

Stornoway, United Kingdom

  • Best months June, July, August
  • Avoid months January, February, November, December
  • Visit score now 7/10
Coordinates
58.21°, -6.39°
Quick answer

Plan your trip for June, July, August. Expect average highs near 16°C, lows near 11°C, and about 17 rainy days a month. Skip January, February, November, December when very cold temperatures, heavy rainfall sets in.

Peak score
6.6/10
June Climate score
Warmest month
16°C
July Average daytime high
Coldest month
4°C
February Average overnight low
Wettest month
18d
July Rainy days per month

Travel score by month

Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.

June · 6.6/10
1 Jan
1.4 Feb
2.7 Mar
3.6 Apr
4.9 May
6.6 Jun
6.4 Jul
6.4 Aug
4.5 Sep
4.3 Oct
2.1 Nov
1.7 Dec
Excellent (7–10) Mixed (5–6) Tough (0–4)

Month-by-Month Recommendation

Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.

Climate normals

Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.

Monthly Temperatures

24°C 18°C 12°C 6°C 0°C -6°C JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High Low

Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 7°C / 4°C . Feb: 7°C / 4°C . Mar: 8°C / 4°C . Apr: 10°C / 5°C . May: 13°C / 8°C . Jun: 15°C / 10°C . Jul: 16°C / 12°C . Aug: 16°C / 12°C . Sep: 15°C / 11°C . Oct: 12°C / 9°C . Nov: 9°C / 6°C . Dec: 8°C / 5°C .

Monthly Rainfall

0 mm 20 mm 40 mm 60 mm 80 mm 100 mm 120 mm JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Rainfall

Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 88 mm. Feb: 92 mm. Mar: 90 mm. Apr: 63 mm. May: 74 mm. Jun: 70 mm. Jul: 97 mm. Aug: 96 mm. Sep: 102 mm. Oct: 115 mm. Nov: 93 mm. Dec: 101 mm.

Season by Season

Season cards explain why scores rise and fall, with a representative month picked for each.

Spring

Avg score 3.7/10

Mar, Apr, May

Average highs of 10°C (50°F) with 15 rainy days per month. Climate score: 3.7/10.

This month falls at the beginning of Spring. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.

Summer

Avg score 6.5/10

Jun, Jul, Aug

Average highs of 16°C (61°F) with 17 rainy days per month. Climate score: 6.5/10.

This month falls at the beginning of Summer.

Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Avg score 3.6/10

Sep, Oct, Nov

Average highs of 12°C (54°F) with 17 rainy days per month. Climate score: 3.6/10.

This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.

Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.

Winter

Avg score 1.4/10

Dec, Jan, Feb

Average highs of 7°C (45°F) with 16 rainy days per month. Climate score: 1.4/10.

This month falls at the middle of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best months to visit Stornoway are June, July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is low.

Consider avoiding January, February, November, December due to very cold temperatures, heavy rainfall.

Packing depends on the season. In peak months (June, July, August), light layers and sun protection are typical essentials.

Yes! June earns a climate score of 6.6/10 and is one of the best months to visit Stornoway. Mild conditions, with highs averaging 15°C (59°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 16 days this month, totalling around 70 mm. Sea temperature stays cool at 12.2°C (54°F).

Yes! July earns a climate score of 6.4/10 and is one of the best months to visit Stornoway. Mild conditions, with highs averaging 16.2°C (61°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 18 days this month, totalling around 97 mm. Sea temperature stays cool at 13.6°C (56°F).