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.
January
January is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (130 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
