Eilean Rìgh Island
Small tidal island off Scotland's west coast
A small island off the west coast of Argyll. Eilean Rìgh sees occasional visits by boaters for coastal walks, historic ruins and shoreline wildlife.
Eilean Rìgh at a Glance#
How to Get to Eilean Rìgh#
Reached by private boat or local ferry services where available; consult local mariners and tide tables for safe approaches.
Tips for Visiting Eilean Rìgh#
- Access is usually by private boat - check landing conditions and local ownership rules before attempting to go ashore.
- Bring waterproof layers; islands in this region are exposed and weather can change quickly even on summer days.
- Observe seabird breeding areas and maintain a wide berth during nesting season.
Best Time to Visit Eilean Rìgh#
Summer provides the best window for safe access and calmer seas.
Summer
June-August · 8-16°C
Easiest for landings and wildlife viewing.
Late spring/early autumn
May, September · 5-12°C
Quieter, but weather is more changeable.
Weather & Climate near Eilean Rìgh#
Climate
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1565 mm/year), wettest in January.
Air Quality:
AQI 25
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 187 mm | overcast | 89% | 7.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 114 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 140 mm | overcast | 88% | 6.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 85 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 71 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 79 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Good | 12° - 17° | 15° | 99 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 12° - 18° | 15° | 118 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Acceptable | 10° - 16° | 13° | 155 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 8° - 13° | 11° | 170 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 6° - 10° | 5° | 173 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 174 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
