Flodday near VatersayFlodday near Vatersay at a Glance
About Flodday near Vatersay
Flodday near Vatersay is a small, uninhabited islet off the southern coast of Vatersay in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. It is one of several minor skerries and islets that fringe the islands of Barra and Vatersay.
There is little recorded built history for the islet; like many small Hebridean isles it has no permanent habitation in modern times and has traditionally formed part of local fishing and grazing grounds. Ownership and use have historically been linked with surrounding island communities.
Sits just off the coast of Vatersay in the Outer Hebrides, southwest of the main island of Barra. The islet is reached visually and by local boat from Vatersay and nearby Barra shores.
- Access: Lies immediately off the coast of Vatersay and is uninhabited; visible from several shorelines on Vatersay and Barra on clear days.
- Birdlife: Often used by local birdwatchers for observing coastal seabirds and shorebird concentrations during migration seasons.
Best Time to Visit Flodday near Vatersay
Late spring and summer provide the best conditions for short boat trips and wildlife observation.
Weather & Climate near Flodday near Vatersay
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1320 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 4° - 8° | 1° | 145 mm | overcast | 81% | 9.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 106 mm | overcast | 81% | 9.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | 4° - 8° | 1° | 112 mm | overcast | 82% | 8.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 9° | 3° | 70 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 12° | 6° | 61 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.4 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.2h |
| June | Acceptable | 9° - 14° | 11° | 69 mm | overcast | 87% | 6.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 11° - 15° | 13° | 85 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 16° | 13° | 101 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 10° - 14° | 12° | 127 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.9 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 8° - 12° | 10° | 154 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 6° - 10° | 4° | 147 mm | overcast | 81% | 8.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | 5° - 9° | 2° | 143 mm | overcast | 81% | 8.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
How to Get to Flodday near Vatersay
Access is by private boat or charter from Barra/Vatersay. Check with local harbors for conditions; landings are tide- and weather-dependent.
Tips for Visiting Flodday near Vatersay
- If attempting a landing, check tide tables-many nearby skerries are tidal and can become dangerous.
- Sea conditions around the southern Hebrides change fast; local skippers are the best judges of accessibility.
- Bring a waterproof field guide-rocky islets often host unexpected wildflowers and unusual seaweeds.