East Burra
Island Small Shetland island forming part of Burra group
East Burra, an island in Shetland, links to neighbouring isles by causeways; visitors walk coastal paths, observe croft landscapes and look for seabirds and local angling opportunities.
How to Get to East Burra #
Access is by private boat or organized local ferry services from larger Shetland islands; schedules are variable and seasonal. Visitors should plan logistics in advance with local operators and check tide charts.
Tips for Visiting East Burra #
- If landing by boat, coordinate with local residents; there's no formal harbor
- Bring waterproof footwear - rocky shores and tidal spits are common
- Respect sheep and bird-nesting sites during spring breeding season
Best Time to Visit East Burra #
Late spring through early autumn offers the best weather window for visiting small Scottish islands.
Weather & Climate near East Burra #
East Burra's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1162 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (145 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
