Kili Holm
Island Small Orkney islet off Scotland's west coast
Kili Holm, a small Orkney islet, draws birdwatchers and coastal walkers who come to study seabird colonies and the exposed shoreline between islands.
How to Get to Kili Holm #
Access to Kili Holm is by private boat from nearby Orkney harbors. Small-boat operators and local skippers on the mainland islands can arrange landings when sea conditions permit.
Because there are no formal facilities, visits should be short and self-sufficient; check tide tables and local weather forecasts before departing.
Tips for Visiting Kili Holm #
- If arriving by private boat, approach the shore quietly - the island's wildlife can be easily disturbed.
- Bring waterproof footwear; tidal rocks and kelp fields make for slippery landings.
- Plan around tides: some landing spots are only accessible at higher water.
Best Time to Visit Kili Holm #
Best visited in late spring through summer for calmer seas and easier landings; check local conditions before attempting a boat landing.
Late spring-summer (May-August)
May-August · 8-15°C (46-59°F)
Calmer seas and longer daylight make for easier landings and wildlife watching.
Autumn (Sep-Oct)
September-October · 6-12°C (43-54°F)
Migratory birds pass through and the sea can still be reasonable for day trips.
Winter (Nov-Apr)
November-April · 0-8°C (32-46°F)
Sea conditions deteriorate; access is often impractical outside summer months.
Weather & Climate near Kili Holm #
Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
January
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.7h daylight
February
Weather
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight
March
Weather
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight
April
Weather
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.3h daylight
May
Weather
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.8h daylight
June
Weather
1.2
UV Index
High
18.2h daylight
July
Weather
1.1
UV Index
High
17.5h daylight
August
Weather
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.3h daylight
September
Weather
0.4
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight
October
Weather
0.1
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight
November
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.4h daylight
December
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
5.9h daylight
