St Martin's, Isles of Scilly
Island Main inhabited island of the Isles of Scilly
Low, sandy island in the Isles of Scilly noted for long beaches and coastal walking routes. Day‑trippers arrive by boat for swimming, sunbathing and simple village pubs.
St Martin’s is an inhabited island in the Isles of Scilly, north-east of St Mary’s within the archipelago off the southwest coast of England. It is recognised for its open agricultural landscape, coastal heath and sandy beaches that extend along parts of the shoreline.
The island supports small settlements and seasonal visitor accommodation and is accessed by passenger boat from St Mary’s; local activities include coastal walking, beach use and birdwatching. St Martin’s functions as a quiet, low-density destination within the Scilly Islands, with services concentrated in a few small centres.
How to Get to St Martin's, Isles of Scilly #
Reachable by passenger ferry from St Mary’s; St Mary’s is served by flights from Land’s End or ferries from Penzance. Inter-island services link St Martin’s to the main island regularly in summer.
Tips for Visiting St Martin's, Isles of Scilly #
- Walk to the Garrison and Old Town for panoramic views, and take the coastal path to Porth Hellick for reedbed birdlife.
- Hire a bicycle from St Mary's and ferry across early to make a day of it - the island rewards slow exploration.
- Bring cash for small cafes and boat change; facilities are limited outside the main season.
Best Time to Visit St Martin's, Isles of Scilly #
Best in summer for island connections and warmer sea swims; spring and early autumn are quieter and good for wildlife.
Weather & Climate near St Martin's, Isles of Scilly #
Temperate climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 6°C to 18°C. Abundant rainfall (1023 mm/year), wettest in January.
January
January is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (126 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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