Loch Lyon
Lake Scenic Highland loch with surrounding forests
Upland loch in central Scotland surrounded by hills. Common activities include trout fishing, walking routes that climb surrounding ridges, and photographic stops on regional road journeys.
How to Get to Loch Lyon #
From Callander, follow local roads west and north to lochside parking and picnic points. Callander is served by regional bus routes from Stirling and Glasgow; a short drive provides easy access to lochside trails.
Tips for Visiting Loch Lyon #
- Visit early in the morning for calm water and fewer walkers; the village of Callander is a good base for services.
- Walk the lower loch path for easy views and picnic spots; the area is also well suited to family outings.
- Bring insect repellent for summer evenings near alder-wooded patches.
Best Time to Visit Loch Lyon #
Loch Venachar is most pleasant late spring through early autumn for walking, canoeing and enjoying the nearby town of Callander.
Weather & Climate near Loch Lyon #
Loch Lyon's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 15°C. Heavy rainfall (2258 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (288 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (206 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (209 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (246 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (249 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (255 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
