Tilquhillie Castle Ruins
Ruined Scottish castle overlooking River Dee
Tilquhillie Castle at a Glance#
Best Time to Visit Tilquhillie Castle#
The best time to visit Tilquhillie Castle area is in summer (June-August) when weather is mild and outdoor access is easiest.
Summer (best time)
June-August · 10 to 18°C
Mildest weather and longest daylight in northeastern Scotland-best for visiting castle exteriors and nearby coastal scenery.
Spring/Autumn (shoulder seasons)
March-May, September-October · 2 to 12°C
Changeable weather with fewer tourists; good for quieter visits but expect wind and rain at times.
Winter
November-February · -1 to 6°C
Cold, often wet and windy; some rural roads or nearby services may be limited and outdoor exploration is less comfortable.
Weather & Climate near Tilquhillie Castle#
Climate
Tilquhillie Castle's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (837 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 26
Good
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -1° - 5° | -3° | 92 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.1h |
| February | Poor | -1° - 5° | -3° | 60 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 8° | 0° | 63 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.8 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 10° | 3° | 52 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.1h |
| May | Acceptable | 4° - 13° | 6° | 58 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.4h |
| June | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 55 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.6h |
| July | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 59 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.0h |
| August | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 69 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.0h |
| September | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 75 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 91 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 7° | 0° | 85 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.8h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 5° | -3° | 78 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
