Loch Leven (Highlands) Lake
Freshwater loch surrounded by mountains on Scottish Highlands
A freshwater loch in the Scottish Highlands, Loch Leven serves anglers and hikers with shoreline paths and boat access; mountain routes and nearby glens make it a practical base for outdoor days.
Loch Leven (Highlands) at a Glance#
How to Get to Loch Leven (Highlands)#
Located in the Scottish Highlands; the nearest larger settlements are Kinlochewe and Achnasheen. Access is by minor roads-use an OS map or GPS for single-track sections. Public transport options are limited; nearest rail is at Achnasheen with onward local bus or taxi.
Tips for Visiting Loch Leven (Highlands)#
- Confirm which Loch Leven-this listing refers to the Highlands loch near Kinlochewe, not the Loch Leven in Perthshire.
- Road access can be narrow; drive carefully and be ready for single-track sections with passing places.
- Bring insect repellent in summer-midges can be persistent in still evenings.
Best Time to Visit Loch Leven (Highlands)#
Visit in summer for accessible trails and long days; autumn offers moodier light and quieter roads.
Weather & Climate near Loch Leven (Highlands)#
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1795 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 212 mm | overcast | 96% | 6.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 140 mm | overcast | 94% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 168 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 92 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 77 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 88 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 108 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 17° | 14° | 126 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 9° - 15° | 12° | 172 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 12° | 6° | 194 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 206 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 6° | 0° | 212 mm | overcast | 96% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
