East BurraEast Burra at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to East Burra
When to Go
Best Time to Visit East Burra
Late spring through early autumn offers the best weather window for visiting small Scottish islands.
Summer
June-August · 10-16°C
Milder weather and long daylight good for exploring the coasts and sea stacks.
Spring/Autumn
April-May, September-October · 6-12°C
Quieter, with brisk winds - excellent for seabird observation.
Winter
November-March · -2-6°C
Stormy seas and short days; not recommended for casual visits.
Weather & Climate near East Burra
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 19
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
17°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 127 mm | overcast | 81% | 9.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 101 mm | overcast | 81% | 8.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 7° | -1° | 113 mm | overcast | 82% | 8.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 70 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 5° | 50 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.0h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 13° | 10° | 54 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 18.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 14° | 12° | 56 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 15° | 12° | 74 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.6 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Poor | 9° - 13° | 11° | 110 mm | overcast | 86% | 7.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 11° | 5° | 125 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | 4° - 9° | 2° | 145 mm | overcast | 82% | 8.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 137 mm | overcast | 81% | 8.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
Getting There & Around
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