Longay Island
Small uninhabited Scottish island in Inner Hebrides
A small Scottish island in the Inner Hebrides visited by boat for seabird colonies and shoreline walks. Day trips bring birdwatchers and photographers to its coastal habitats.
Longay at a Glance#
Tips for Visiting Longay#
- Longay is a small, largely uninhabited Hebridean island-most visitors view it from nearby Skye or from boat trips rather than landing; confirm with local operators whether landings are permitted.
- If you want wildlife or seabird viewing, take a coastal boat tour that passes Longay rather than attempting to reach it independently; viewing from the water avoids disturbing any nesting colonies.
Best Time to Visit Longay#
The best time to visit Longay is late spring through summer (May-September) when weather and sea conditions are most favorable.
Late spring-summer
May-September · 8-16°C
Calmer seas and warmer air-best time for boat access, seabird viewing and shore walks.
Autumn-winter
October-March · 2-8°C
Windy, wet and colder with limited boat services and fewer visitors.
Weather & Climate near Longay#
Climate
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1865 mm/year), wettest in November.
Air Quality:
AQI 20
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 210 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 130 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 163 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 92 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 8° | 83 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Acceptable | 9° - 15° | 12° | 100 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 11° - 16° | 14° | 107 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 17.0h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 120 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Poor | 9° - 15° | 12° | 195 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.7 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 12° | 7° | 216 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | 5° - 9° | 4° | 232 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 217 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
