Annet
Island Uninhabited Isles of Scilly island, seabird sanctuary
Uninhabited islet in the Isles of Scilly, protected for seabirds and wildflowers. Boat trips call for birdwatching, seal sightings and short landings in summer months.
Annet is a small, uninhabited island in the Isles of Scilly, off the southwestern tip of Cornwall, England. It is noted for its importance as a wildlife site, particularly for seabird nesting.
The island is low-lying and made up of rocky outcrops and tussocky vegetation; it supports colonies of terns, gulls and other seabirds and is visited occasionally by wildlife-focused boat trips. There are no visitor facilities and landings are generally limited or discouraged during sensitive seasons.
Annet has never supported a permanent population in recent centuries and has been used primarily as a seasonal resource and wildlife habitat by local islanders. Its value has long been associated with birdlife and marine ecology rather than settlement or agriculture.
Annet lies close to the inhabited islands of the Isles of Scilly, near St Agnes, off the southwestern coast of Cornwall in England.
- Access: Landing and visits are typically by private boat; access is often discouraged during the seabird breeding season to avoid disturbance.
How to Get to Annet #
Access requires private boat or an arranged wildlife charter from one of the inhabited islands of the Isles of Scilly, principally St Mary’s or Tresco; landings are highly weather-dependent.
Tips for Visiting Annet #
- Annet is a small, uninhabited island in the Isles of Scilly - visits are weather dependent and often require boat charters from St Mary's or Tresco.
- If seabirds are the objective, travel with a licensed wildlife guide to minimize disturbance.
Best Time to Visit Annet #
Annet's appeal is seasonal and dependent on breeding cycles and weather; check local conservation notices before planning a trip.
Weather & Climate near Annet #
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 7°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1014 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (125 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
