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Lamba, Shetland

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Country: United Kingdom
Driest months: May-Jul
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Language: English

Lamba, Shetland at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Lamba, Shetland

Lamba on Shetland is best visited in summer for more reliable weather and the longest daylight; always prepare for wind and sudden rain.

Summer
June-August · 8-15°C
Best chance of mild weather and long daylight for coastal walks.
Late spring/early autumn
May & September · 6-12°C
Shoulder-season bird migration and quieter roads; still changeable weather.

Weather & Climate near Lamba, Shetland

Climate

Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1211 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyMayJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
19°
Warmest Month
0°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Poor 3° - 7° -1° 136 mm overcast 81% 9.2 m/s 0.0 low 6.4h
February Poor 3° - 6° -1° 101 mm overcast 81% 8.9 m/s 0.0 low 8.8h
March Poor 3° - 7° 0° 120 mm overcast 81% 8.7 m/s 0.2 low 11.6h
April Poor 4° - 8° 2° 72 mm overcast 83% 7.3 m/s 0.5 moderate 14.4h
May Acceptable 6° - 11° 5° 51 mm overcast 84% 6.5 m/s 0.9 moderate 17.0h
June Acceptable 8° - 13° 10° 55 mm overcast 86% 6.0 m/s 1.1 high 18.5h
July Acceptable 10° - 14° 12° 57 mm overcast 88% 5.7 m/s 1.0 high 17.8h
August Acceptable 11° - 15° 13° 77 mm overcast 87% 5.9 m/s 0.7 moderate 15.4h
September Poor 9° - 13° 11° 115 mm overcast 86% 7.2 m/s 0.4 low 12.7h
October Poor 7° - 11° 5° 132 mm overcast 84% 8.3 m/s 0.1 low 9.9h
November Poor 5° - 8° 2° 151 mm overcast 82% 8.5 m/s 0.0 low 7.2h
December Poor 4° - 7° 1° 144 mm overcast 81% 8.5 m/s 0.0 low 5.5h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Lamba, Shetland

Lamba is on the Shetland Mainland. The nearest main settlements are Lerwick and nearby croft roads; access is by car on single-track roads-allow for slower driving and possible livestock crossings. Ferries and the local inter-island transport hub connect Shetland to mainland Scotland via Aberdeen.

Tips for Visiting Lamba, Shetland

  • If attempting to reach Lamba on Shetland, be prepared for single-track roads and unpredictable weather-check forecasts and carry warm layers.
  • Respect private crofts and fences-much of Shetland's shoreline is grazed and footpaths can cross private land with stiles.
  • Bring binoculars-Shetland is excellent for seabird and shorebird watching, especially in spring and early summer.