Bac Beag Island
Small Scottish islet off the western coast
Bac Beag at a Glance#
How to Get to Bac Beag#
Accessible only by private boat from nearby inhabited islands in the Hebrides. Local boat operators from larger islands may run day trips depending on season and weather.
Tips for Visiting Bac Beag#
- Tide and weather can affect landing - coordinate with local boat operators from the nearest inhabited island
- Bring a camera with a telephoto lens for birdlife; the island is quiet and best seen from a respectful distance
- There are no facilities; plan a day trip with enough food and water
Best Time to Visit Bac Beag#
Short summer season is the practical window for access and wildlife observation.
Summer
June-August · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Calm seas and abundant birdlife - easiest time to visit.
Weather & Climate near Bac Beag#
Climate
Temperate climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 6°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1572 mm/year), wettest in January.
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 6° - 9° | 4° | 186 mm | overcast | 86% | 8.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | 6° - 9° | 3° | 118 mm | overcast | 86% | 8.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | 6° - 9° | 3° | 139 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 6° - 10° | 5° | 87 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 9° - 13° | 11° | 67 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.2h |
| June | Acceptable | 11° - 14° | 13° | 75 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.3h |
| July | Good | 13° - 16° | 14° | 96 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 13° - 17° | 15° | 119 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Acceptable | 12° - 15° | 14° | 157 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 10° - 13° | 11° | 178 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 8° - 11° | 6° | 179 mm | overcast | 85% | 7.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | 7° - 10° | 5° | 171 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
