Loch Eck
Lake Freshwater loch in Argyll with forested shores
Loch Eck in Argyll lies along a lochside road; visitors kayak, fish and use nearby trails that climb into forested hills.
How to Get to Loch Eck #
Loch Eck lies off the A815 near Dunoon; drive from Glasgow via the A82 and A83 then follow signs toward the Cowal peninsula. Public transport is limited; a car is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Loch Eck #
- Drive the B836 along the loch's eastern shore for multiple photo pull-offs and easier parking.
- Try the Ardkinglas trails for a longer woodland walk that loops into loch viewpoints.
- Watch for freshwater pearl mussels in feeding tributaries-do not disturb them.
Best Time to Visit Loch Eck #
Spring through early autumn for best walking and boating; winter can be stormy and paths muddy.
Weather & Climate near Loch Eck #
Loch Eck's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1449 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (167 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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