Ascrib Islands Islands
Small archipelago off Skye with seabird colonies
Off the Isle of Skye, the Ascrib Islands are a small group of skerries visited for wildlife-seals and seabird colonies-and boat trips from nearby harbours, popular with kayakers and nature-focused day tours.
Ascrib Islands at a Glance#
How to Get to Ascrib Islands#
Access is by private boat or local charter from nearby inhabited islands in the Outer Hebrides or from the Isle of Skye; landings depend on sea conditions.
Tips for Visiting Ascrib Islands#
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching and watch tide schedules if landing from a small boat.
- Ascrib Islands are remote and lightly visited; plan logistics with local boat operators from the Outer Hebrides or Skye.
Best Time to Visit Ascrib Islands#
The Ascrib Islands are most accessible in summer; landing depends on sea conditions and local operators.
Summer (May-Aug)
May-August · 8-15°C
Best for boat access and wildlife viewing; seabird colonies are active during these months.
Weather & Climate near Ascrib Islands#
Climate
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1532 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 21
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 161 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 111 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | 4° - 8° | 1° | 133 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 9° | 3° | 75 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.8 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 7° | 68 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.2 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Acceptable | 10° - 14° | 12° | 83 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 17.6h |
| July | Good | 11° - 15° | 13° | 94 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.0h |
| August | Acceptable | 12° - 16° | 14° | 109 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 10° - 14° | 12° | 161 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 8° - 12° | 7° | 179 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 182 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | 5° - 9° | 3° | 176 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |