Graemsay Island
Small Orkney island with crofting communities
A small Orkney island between Stromness and Hoy, reached by ferry. Visitors seek coastal walks, seabird colonies, quiet crofting landscapes and short boat trips from mainland Orkney.
Graemsay at a Glance#
Address: Graemsay, Orkney, Scotland, United Kingdom
Admission: N/A (island access may require charter)
How to Get to Graemsay#
Served by local ferries from Stromness on mainland Orkney; check the Orkney Islands ferry timetables for exact routes and seasonal variations.
Tips for Visiting Graemsay#
- If planning a visit, arrange a boat from Stromness or Kirkwall - small local vessels offer island hops.
- Graemsay is small and best explored on foot or by bicycle; watch tides if planning to explore foreshore areas.
- Bring provisions; services on the island are limited.
Best Time to Visit Graemsay#
Graemsay is a small island in the Orkney archipelago; access is by local boat and services are limited.
Weather & Climate near Graemsay#
Graemsay'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 (1082 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 112 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 6° | -1° | 86 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 7° | 5° | 99 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 4° - 9° | 2° | 64 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.2h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 5° | 53 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.6h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 13° | 10° | 56 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.9h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 15° | 12° | 64 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 15° | 13° | 75 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 9° - 13° | 11° | 104 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.9 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 11° | 6° | 121 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 130 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 118 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.2h |
