Beinn Shiantaidh
Mountain Pyramid-shaped peak on Jura, steep slopes
Beinn Shiantaidh on the Isle of Jura offers long ridgeline walks and deer sightings. Hikers come for solitary ascents and wide views across Jura toward surrounding islands and the Sound of Jura.
How to Get to Beinn Shiantaidh #
Ferries connect Jura to the mainland (from Kennacraig to Islay, then a local ferry to Jura) and seasonal services run from nearby islands. Roads on Jura are single-track; plan travel times accordingly.
Tips for Visiting Beinn Shiantaidh #
- This peak is on a largely quiet island-plan ferry times and check the last return connections.
- Paths can be rough; a good OS map and compass are useful.
Best Time to Visit Beinn Shiantaidh #
Best in summer for ferry access and milder conditions; island weather can change rapidly.
Weather & Climate near Beinn Shiantaidh #
Beinn Shiantaidh's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 15°C. Heavy rainfall (2380 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (288 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (227 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (224 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (256 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Heavy rain (261 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (261 mm), mostly overcast skies, and windy conditions.
