Muckle Green Holm Island
Small uninhabited islet in Orkney's coastal waters
A small uninhabited islet in Orkney, known for seabird colonies and seal haul-outs; visited by wildlife boat trips and regional naturalists.
Muckle Green Holm at a Glance#
How to Get to Muckle Green Holm#
Muckle Green Holm is a small, uninhabited island in Orkney with no public transport or scheduled ferry service. It can only be reached by private boat or charter from the Orkney Mainland (for example from Kirkwall or other local harbours). Landing is tide- and weather-dependent, so arrange passage with an experienced local skipper or hire a charter from an Orkney marina.
Tips for Visiting Muckle Green Holm#
- Muckle Green Holm is uninhabited and has no public ferry service, so landings require a private boat or charter-only attempt with an experienced local skipper.
- The island is important for seabirds; avoid disturbing nesting areas and plan visits outside the main breeding season, keeping noise and movement to a minimum.
- Orkney weather and sea conditions change quickly-check a local forecast and tidal information before you go and be prepared to abort a landing if winds or swell increase.
Best Time to Visit Muckle Green Holm#
Late spring to summer (May-September) offers the best chance of calm seas and accessible landings for this small Orkney island.
Weather & Climate near Muckle Green Holm#
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1064 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 111 mm | overcast | 83% | 8.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 86 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 7° | 0° | 98 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 65 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 11° | 5° | 50 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.8h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 13° | 10° | 54 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.2h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 14° | 12° | 60 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.5h |
| August | Acceptable | 10° - 15° | 12° | 72 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Poor | 9° - 13° | 11° | 103 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 7° - 11° | 6° | 120 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 5° - 9° | 3° | 127 mm | overcast | 84% | 7.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | 4° - 8° | 2° | 118 mm | overcast | 83% | 7.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |
