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Bigga, Shetland

Island

Small island in Shetland between Mainland and Yell, typically reached by boat. Visitors come for seabird colonies, rough coastline and short landing hikes.

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Bigga, Shetland essentials

Country: United Kingdom
Driest months: May-Jul
Pay in: Pound (£)
Language: English

Bigga, Shetland at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Bigga, Shetland

Best in summer for accessibility and wildlife; shoulder seasons can be rewarding with fewer people but variable weather.

Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Longest daylight and best seafaring weather; birdlife is most active.
Spring/Autumn
Apr-May & Sep-Oct · 5-10°C (41-50°F)
Migration periods for seabirds and quieter tourist season.

Weather & Climate near Bigga, Shetland

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1209 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 18 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
19°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor 3° - 7° 0° 135 mm overcast 81% 9.2 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h
February Poor 3° - 6° -1° 99 mm overcast 81% 8.8 m/s 0.0 low 8.8h
March Poor 3° - 7° 0° 120 mm overcast 81% 8.6 m/s 0.2 low 11.6h
April Poor 4° - 8° 2° 72 mm overcast 83% 7.3 m/s 0.5 moderate 14.4h
May Acceptable 6° - 10° 5° 52 mm overcast 84% 6.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 17.0h
June Acceptable 8° - 12° 10° 57 mm overcast 86% 6.0 m/s 1.1 high 18.5h
July Acceptable 10° - 14° 12° 57 mm overcast 88% 5.7 m/s 1.0 high 17.8h
August Acceptable 11° - 14° 12° 77 mm overcast 87% 5.9 m/s 0.7 moderate 15.4h
September Poor 9° - 13° 11° 115 mm overcast 86% 7.2 m/s 0.4 low 12.7h
October Poor 7° - 11° 5° 132 mm overcast 84% 8.2 m/s 0.1 low 9.9h
November Poor 5° - 9° 2° 150 mm overcast 82% 8.4 m/s 0.0 low 7.2h
December Poor 4° - 8° 1° 143 mm overcast 81% 8.5 m/s 0.0 low 5.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Bigga, Shetland

Access by local boat or ferry from larger Shetland islands; schedules vary seasonally and depend on weather. Plan connections through Lerwick or other regional hubs.

Tips for Visiting Bigga, Shetland

  • Weather on Bigga is unpredictable-dress for wind and cold even in summer; keep to marked paths to protect fragile heather.
  • Bring a good map and GPS; ferry schedules to the Shetlands can be disrupted by weather.
  • Tide tables matter if planning coastal walks from the island's shore-some coves are cut off at high tide.