Soay Mór
Island Small Scottish island in Outer Hebrides, sparsely populated
How to Get to Soay Mór #
No scheduled transport. Access only by private boat from nearby islands or the mainland; landings should be attempted only in calm conditions and with local knowledge of tides and currents.
Tips for Visiting Soay Mór #
- Soay Mór is uninhabited-approach by private boat and avoid landing during bird-breeding season.
- Weather on the Minch can change quickly; be prepared for strong winds and rough sea.
- If viewing from nearby islands, use binoculars rather than attempt a landing unless experienced in sea-landings.
Best Time to Visit Soay Mór #
Visit in summer months when small-boat approaches are most feasible; otherwise the island is effectively inaccessible.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-15°C
Best window for calm seas and longer daylight to approach by boat.
Autumn-Spring
Sep-May · 0-10°C
Rougher seas and lower chance of safe landing; winter storms make approaches hazardous.
Weather & Climate near Soay Mór #
Climate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
January
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight
February
Weather
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight
March
Weather
0.3
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight
April
Weather
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.1h daylight
May
Weather
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
16.4h daylight
June
Weather
1.2
UV Index
High
17.6h daylight
July
Weather
1.1
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight
August
Weather
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight
September
Weather
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight
October
Weather
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight
November
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight
December
Weather
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight
