Papa, Shetland
Island Small uninhabited island within the Shetland archipelago
Offshore island in Shetland, north of Mainland Scotland; reached by small boat and visited for remote coastal walks, rocky shorelines and place names that reflect Norse history.
How to Get to Papa, Shetland #
There is no regular public ferry-visits require booking with a local boat operator from Lerwick or nearby harbors. Approach conditions depend on tides and swell; experienced local skippers know where to land or whether to stay offshore and view the island from a distance.
Tips for Visiting Papa, Shetland #
- Arrange a small boat with an experienced local skipper if landing is needed-many of the Papa isles are tidal and treacherous to approach.
- Wear layers-the North Atlantic wind can change from mild to biting in minutes.
- Respect wildlife; these islands are nesting sites for seabirds and some have archaeological remains tied to early monastic visitors (the 'papar').
Best Time to Visit Papa, Shetland #
Summer months offer the safest and most pleasant conditions for visiting the small islands called 'Papa' in Shetland, when sea conditions are calmest and birds are most active.
Weather & Climate near Papa, Shetland #
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 14°C. Abundant rainfall (1161 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (143 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
