Isle of Skye, United KingdomQuick decision
When to visit Isle of Skye?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
45°F–54°F in May
🌧 Least rain
53% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
December (71%)
📅 Best score
4.7/10
Monthly climate data
Isle of Skye weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌧️ January | 36°F | 43°F | 70% | 0.2in | 2.1h | 0.6/10 | 5.3/10 |
| 🌧️ February | 36°F | 43°F | 72% | 0.3in | 4.3h | 0.7/10 | 5.7/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 36°F | 45°F | 60% | 0.2in | 6.6h | 2.1/10 | 6.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 37°F | 48°F | 51% | 0.1in | 10.1h | 4.1/10 | 6.4/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 45°F | 54°F | 53% | 0.2in | 11.5h | 4.7/10 | 5.6/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 48°F | 57°F | 65% | 0.2in | 11.0h | 4.4/10 | 4.5/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 50°F | 59°F | 71% | 0.2in | 9.6h | 4.2/10 | 3.7/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 52°F | 59°F | 72% | 0.3in | 9.1h | 4.1/10 | 3.6/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 48°F | 57°F | 68% | 0.3in | 7.0h | 3.9/10 | 3.6/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 45°F | 52°F | 71% | 0.3in | 4.8h | 1.8/10 | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 39°F | 46°F | 64% | 0.3in | 3.1h | 1.1/10 | 5.0/10 |
| 🌧️ December | 36°F | 43°F | 71% | 0.3in | 1.0h | 0.5/10 | 5.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Challenging climate
Average 9°F, 55% rainy days, 9.4h sunshine/day. Score: 3.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Challenging climate
Average 15°F, 69% rainy days, 9.9h sunshine/day. Score: 4.2/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Challenging climate
Average 11°F, 68% rainy days, 5.0h sunshine/day. Score: 2.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 6°F, 71% rainy days, 2.5h sunshine/day. Score: 0.6/10.
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FAQ
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It depends on the activity. For skiing: April (ski score 6.4/10). For hiking/suiner: May (4.7/10, 12°F).
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 5.4/10. Cold temperatures (6°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
In May, temperatures average 12°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
December is the wettest month with 71% rainy days.
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