Hellisay
Island Small uninhabited island in the Outer Hebrides
A small Scottish island in the Outer Hebrides, Hellisay draws birdwatchers, kayakers and sailors seeking rugged coastlines, tidal channels and quiet anchorage rather than developed facilities.
How to Get to Hellisay #
There is no regular public transport to Hellisay. Visits are normally arranged by private boat from islands like Barra or from the larger isles of the Outer Hebrides; small charter skippers operate from Castlebay (Barra) and nearby harbors. Tidal conditions and offshore weather determine feasibility-book a local skipper with up-to-date charts.
Tips for Visiting Hellisay #
- If landing on Barra or South Uist, hire a local skipper-small craft are the only practical way to visit and tides matter.
- Bring waterproofs and warm layers: weather swings quickly even in summer and the wind off the Atlantic is relentless.
- Respect private croftland and sheep grazing patterns; many ruined cottages are on fenced farmland and should be admired without crossing stock gates.
Best Time to Visit Hellisay #
Best attempted in summer when small-boat operators run charters from nearby islands; always check tides and weather before setting out.
Weather & Climate near Hellisay #
Hellisay's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 4°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1332 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (155 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
