Fetternear Palace Ruins

Ruins of medieval palace and bishop's residence

Ruined episcopal palace in Aberdeenshire, once a residence of the bishops of Aberdeen. Visitors examine medieval masonry, earthworks and riverside walks, often pairing the site with nearby Aberdeenshire castles and local archaeological displays.

Fetternear Palace at a Glance#

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How to Get to Fetternear Palace#

Fetternear is near Kemnay and Inverurie in Aberdeenshire. The site is reached by regional roads from Inverurie; drive and park in designated areas and follow local signage for the palace and heritage trails.

Tips for Visiting Fetternear Palace#

Contact the local historic trust or visitor center before visiting; some parts of the palace grounds are under archaeological management.
Look for interpretive panels that explain the palace's connection to the bishops of Aberdeen and the medieval administrative landscape.
Wear shoes suitable for uneven ground - archaeology parks often preserve sub-surface remains with minimal surfacing.

Best Time to Visit Fetternear Palace#

Fair-weather months are best for exploring the grounds and adjacent walking routes.

Spring-Autumn

Apr-Oct · 40-65°F (4-18°C)

Mild weather and good light for viewing ruins and countryside.

Weather & Climate near Fetternear Palace#

Climate

Fetternear Palace's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (742 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Best Time to Visit

JuneJulyAugust

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

24°

Warmest Month

-9°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

0° – 6°

93%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

73 mm

Rainfall

4.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.0

UV Index

Low

7.1h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

0° – 6°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

50 mm

Rainfall

4.4 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. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

1° – 8°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

55 mm

Rainfall

4.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.3

UV Index

Low

11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

3° – 11°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

51 mm

Rainfall

4.0 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 (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

5° – 14°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

53 mm

Rainfall

3.6 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 (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

8° – 16°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

54 mm

Rainfall

3.6 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. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

10° – 18°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

58 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.1

UV Index

High

17.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

10° – 18°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

64 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.8

UV Index

Moderate

15.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°

Feels Like Cool

12°C

Temperature

8° – 16°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

68 mm

Rainfall

3.8 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. The wettest month with 76 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

5° – 12°

90%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

76 mm

Rainfall

4.1 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. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

2° – 8°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

74 mm

Rainfall

4.2 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 0°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

0° – 6°

93%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

66 mm

Rainfall

4.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.0

UV Index

Low

6.4h daylight

Nearby Attractions to Fetternear Palace#

Castle Fraser

Large Scottish tower house and restored baronial castle

Castle 3.4 km