Best Time to Visit Stornoway, United Kingdom
Climate guide for Stornoway, United Kingdom — updated 2026
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°
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.
Travel score by month
Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.
Month-by-Month Recommendation
Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.
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Climate normals
Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.
Monthly Temperatures
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
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 3.7/10Mar, 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 6.5/10Jun, 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 3.6/10Sep, 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 1.4/10Dec, 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).