A Guide to Weather in Scotland

Scotland’s weather is a whole other topic of conversation that typically comes up in everyday chat at least once or twice. Our weather can be unpredictable and changes so often that you may well experience all four seasons in one day, but it’s unlikely. The best advice we can give you is: be prepared!

Scottish weather is often mild, with a moderate chance of rain, but that never stops us from making the most of the day, no matter what the weather throws at us. From windy walks on the beach or sunny bike rides on woodland trails, to gorge walking in the drizzle or skiing and snowboarding on real snow – there’s plenty you can do come rain or shine (or even snow!).

Scotland forms the top of the small, northerly island of the United Kingdom, meaning no matter where you decide to visit, you won’t be far from a glorious beach or seaside location. This also means we have the exposure of the arctic air off the North Sea, as well as the warm swells of the Gulf Steam. However, these balance each other out, giving Scotland a temperate maritime climate for a large part of the year.

There are a few things to remember to bring with you to make sure your time in Scotland is enjoyable and memorable:

- The right clothing! There’s nothing worse than being stuck outdoors without the right jacket or pair of shoes for the terrain or landscape you’re on.
- An umbrella always comes in handy for those unexpected showers.
- Sunglasses may be needed for those glorious days of sunshine… yes, we do see the sun in Scotland!
- Remember to layer up. Bring plenty of t-shirts and a snug jumper, or why not buy a knitted jumper made of Scottish wool while you’re here?

Scotland’s varied weather benefits a lot outdoor pursuits, activities and sightseeing opportunities across the country. Our long summer days mean you have more daylight to explore Scotland’s landscape and the further north you go the more daylight you get, so this is a great time to explore the Highlands and northern corners of Scotland.

With the strong, steady currents, the Atlantic and North seas can produce some of the best surfing conditions in Europe. There are miles of picturesque coastline that provide the perfect location to try your hand at surfing, or a range of other watersports too.

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