Tiree
Island Hebridean island with sandy beaches and strong winds
In the Inner Hebrides, Tiree offers wide sandy beaches, consistent winds for wind- and kitesurfing, quiet single-track roads for cycling, and seasonal seabird colonies. Ferries and short flights connect it to the Hebridean mainland.
How to Get to Tiree #
Regular flights operate from Glasgow to Tiree (Loganair), and Caledonian MacBrayne runs a summer ferry from Oban (about 2-3 hours). The island is compact - a bicycle or rented car is useful for getting around.
Tips for Visiting Tiree #
- Book flights early - Tiree has a short-runway service with Loganair that fills in summer.
- Hire a bike; the island is famously flat and cycling is the best way to cover the machair, white beaches and small communities.
- Bring a windproof layer even on sunny days - Tiree is famed for wind and excellent surfing conditions.
Best Time to Visit Tiree #
Best visited in summer for accessibility and outdoor activities; spring and autumn offer birding and quieter roads.
Weather & Climate near Tiree #
Tiree's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1234 mm/year), wettest in October.
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (140 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cool with highs of 12°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (143 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (138 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 (133 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
