Tirefour Castle Ruins
Ruined historic castle on Scotland's western coast
A historic ruin on Scotland's coast, Tirefour Castle attracts walkers and those interested in regional history and shoreline archaeology.
Tirefour Castle at a Glance#
How to Get to Tirefour Castle#
Tirefour Castle is on a tidal island off the Scottish coast; access is by private boat and can be tide-dependent. Visitors should check local charts and tide tables and, where possible, arrange passages with local boat operators who know landing spots and ownership restrictions.
Tips for Visiting Tirefour Castle#
- This is a private island castle ruin - verify access and permissions in advance as ownership and access can be restricted.
- Tide and weather conditions affect landing; local boat operators know the safest approaches.
Best Time to Visit Tirefour Castle#
Best in late spring and summer for calmer seas and easier access by boat; always check local conditions.
Weather & Climate near Tirefour Castle#
Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1706 mm/year), wettest in January.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 201 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 127 mm | overcast | 91% | 6.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.3h |
| March | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 153 mm | overcast | 89% | 6.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 5° | 91 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 75 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 16.2h |
| June | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 83 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.3h |
| July | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 103 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.2 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 126 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 14.9h |
| September | Poor | 10° - 15° | 12° | 172 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Poor | 8° - 12° | 7° | 188 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.2h |
| November | Poor | 5° - 10° | 4° | 194 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.0h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 193 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
