Ceann Ear

Island Island in Scotland's Outer Hebrides

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Ceann Ear
Ceann Ear, Monach Islands, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, UK
57.5226, -7.6147
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Accessible at all times (subject to tides and weather)
Free (natural area)

How to Get to Ceann Ear #

Ceann Ear is a remote island in the Outer Hebrides best reached by private boat or arranged boat trips from the Isle of Harris or mainland ports. Weather and tidal conditions greatly affect accessibility.

Tips for Visiting Ceann Ear #

  • Bring windproof layers; Ceann Ear is exposed and weather can shift quickly.
  • Tide awareness is crucial if exploring intertidal areas around the island-bring a tide chart.
  • The island is ecologically sensitive; stay on established paths and respect wildlife.

Best Time to Visit Ceann Ear #

Late spring and summer provide the most practical weather windows for visiting remote Outer Hebridean islands like Ceann Ear.

Late Spring-Summer
May-August · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Milder weather and long daylight-best for landing and exploring.
Autumn
September-October · 5-12°C (41-54°F)
Fewer visitors and dramatic skies; weather more changeable and windier.
Winter
November-February · -1-7°C (30-45°F)
Cold, stormier and less accessible-only for experienced sailors and birdwatchers.

Weather & Climate near Ceann Ear #

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1379 mm/year), wettest in October.

Best Time to Visit
AprilMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
4° – 8°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
8.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

5°
Feels Like Cold
5°C
Temperature
3° – 8°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
8.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
4° – 8°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
8.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

7°
Feels Like Cold
7°C
Temperature
5° – 9°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
7.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.1h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

9°
Feels Like Cold
9°C
Temperature
6° – 12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
16.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
9° – 13°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.2
UV Index
High
17.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
11° – 15°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
11° – 15°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
10° – 14°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
6.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (162 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
8° – 12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

42 Poor

Comfort

8°
Feels Like Cold
8°C
Temperature
6° – 10°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

156 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

6°
Feels Like Cold
6°C
Temperature
4° – 8°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

151 mm
Rainfall
8.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

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