Victoria Falls, Wester Ross

Waterfall Remote Scottish waterfall within Wester Ross Highlands

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Victoria Falls, Wester Ross
57.6667, -5.5333
Open year‑round (daylight hours)
Free

How to Get to Victoria Falls, Wester Ross #

Victoria Falls (Wester Ross) is reached by local Highland roads off the A832/A835 corridors. The nearest sizable towns provide parking and local route advice; the final access is typically on rural lanes and short walking paths.

Tips for Visiting Victoria Falls, Wester Ross #

  • The track to the falls can be boggy after rain; wear appropriate footwear.
  • Views across Wester Ross require light and visibility - plan for a clear day for the best vista.
  • Combine with other walks in the area; local signage is limited so take a map.

Best Time to Visit Victoria Falls, Wester Ross #

Best in late spring to early autumn for access and clearer skies; always be prepared for Scottish weather.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 8-16°C
Long daylight hours and milder conditions for walking and photography.
Autumn (Sep-Nov)
Sep-Nov · 2-12°C
Crisp air and dramatic skies; watch for rain and shorter days.

Weather & Climate near Victoria Falls, Wester Ross #

Climate

Victoria Falls, Wester Ross'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 16°C. Heavy rainfall (2118 mm/year), wettest in November.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (240 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

30 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

240 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.1h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (197 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

197 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
11.6h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
14.1h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
16.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
17.6h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

123 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
17.0h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
15.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Heavy rain (210 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

210 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
12.6h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

235 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (252 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

252 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.8h daylight

December

December is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (244 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

32 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

244 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.0
UV Index
Low
6.4h daylight

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