Fara, Orkney Island
Small Orkney island in Scapa Flow
Between Orkney's larger isles, Fara is a small grassy island used for grazing and birdlife; visitors reach it by private boat for coastal walks, seals and seabird watching from the shore.
Fara, Orkney at a Glance#
How to Get to Fara, Orkney#
Fara is usually reached by private boat from Orkney’s larger islands (e.g., Westray or Mainland). There is no regular public ferry; landing conditions depend on tide and wind. Local boat skippers and tour operators can advise on the safest approach and timing.
Tips for Visiting Fara, Orkney#
- If landing by private boat, aim for the sheltered north side at high tide; the south shore can be exposed.
- Bring binoculars - grey seal and seabird colonies are easier to watch from the skiff than from shore.
- Leave no trace: little infrastructure exists and everything left behind is visible for seasons.
Best Time to Visit Fara, Orkney#
Summer months offer the most accessible weather window for sea crossings and wildlife observation.
Weather & Climate near Fara, Orkney#
Fara, Orkney'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 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1060 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 110 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 84 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 96 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 3° - 9° | 2° | 65 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 5° | 54 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 13° | 10° | 54 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.9h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 15° | 12° | 62 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.2h |
| August | Good | 10° - 15° | 13° | 73 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 9° - 13° | 11° | 100 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 11° | 6° | 119 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 127 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 116 mm | overcast | 83% | 6.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
