Falls of Divach

Waterfall Scenic waterfall and woodland near local hiking routes

In the Scottish Highlands, Falls of Divach offers short riverside walks to a waterfall and cliff-edge viewpoints; visitors combine the walk with broader excursions around nearby lochs and glens.

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Falls of Divach
Falls of Divach, Inverness-shire, Scotland
57.3167, -4.5000

How to Get to Falls of Divach #

The falls are accessed from small country roads in the Highlands north of Inverness. The nearest villages are within a 20-40 minute drive; visitors should park in designated spots and walk short paths to the viewing areas. Local signage and small single-track roads mean driving carefully is essential.

Tips for Visiting Falls of Divach #

  • Walk the short riverside path early in the day when the light on the falls is most dramatic.
  • Combine the visit with a trip to nearby Loch Ness or the village of Urquhart to make a day of local Highland scenery.
  • Bring waterproof footwear; the river spray turns the rocks slick even on sunny days.

Best Time to Visit Falls of Divach #

Best in late spring through early autumn for accessible paths and clearer weather.

Summer
June-August · 50-65°F (10-18°C)
Longest daylight and the greenest hills; busiest but most comfortable for walking.
Autumn
September-October · 40-55°F (4-13°C)
Fewer people and dramatic color changes in surrounding birches and heather.

Weather & Climate near Falls of Divach #

Climate

Falls of Divach's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1449 mm/year), wettest in January.

Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (178 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

178 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.1h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
14°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

151 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

165 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
95%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

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