BurrayThings to Do
Nearby Attractions to Burray
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Burray
Late spring through summer is ideal for travel and watching seabirds.
Summer
June-August · 8-15°C
Longest daylight and best weather for coastal walks and exploring Orkney's heritage.
Late spring/early autumn
May & September · 6-12°C
Fewer visitors and good birdwatching conditions.
Weather & Climate near Burray
Climate
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1033 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 22
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 7° | -1° | 107 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 83 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 7° | 5° | 95 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 3° - 9° | 2° | 62 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 5° | 53 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 13° | 11° | 54 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.9h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 15° | 12° | 60 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.2h |
| August | Good | 10° - 15° | 13° | 72 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 9° - 14° | 11° | 98 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 11° | 6° | 114 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 4° - 9° | 2° | 122 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 113 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Burray
Burray is reached via the Churchill Barriers from Mainland Orkney (Kirkwall); road connections and local bus services make it accessible by car or public transport.
Tips for Visiting Burray
- Take public transport across the Churchill Barriers if visiting from Mainland Orkney - bus services connect the islands.
- Visit the Scapa Flow WWI/WWII memorial sites nearby; the area's naval history is significant.
- Explore tidal inlets and birding spots on Burray's quieter northern shores.