Ynys Moelfre

Island Small Welsh islet off Anglesey with coastal wildlife

Ynys Moelfre, off Anglesey in Wales, sits near the village of Moelfre and serves as a local seal haul-out and seabird spot visible from coastal walks.

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Ynys Moelfre
Ynys Moelfre, off the coast of Anglesey (Ynys Môn), Wales, UK
53.3500, -4.2333

How to Get to Ynys Moelfre #

Approach Ynys Moelfre by small boat from Moelfre harbour on Anglesey; tidal conditions and local regulations determine landings and access.

Tips for Visiting Ynys Moelfre #

  • Approach from local harbours on Anglesey and check tidal charts for safe landings.
  • Look for seal haul-outs on rocky points and seabird colonies in season.
  • The island is small - respect private properties and local signage regarding access restrictions.

Best Time to Visit Ynys Moelfre #

Late spring through summer gives the best weather and wildlife opportunities for small Welsh offshore islands.

Summer
June-August · 12-18°C
Milder weather and maximum daylight for coastal walks and wildlife watching.
Spring
April-May · 8-14°C
Bird migration and coastal blooms; quieter than peak summer.

Weather & Climate near Ynys Moelfre #

Climate

Ynys Moelfre's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 3°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (894 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.9h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.4
UV Index
Low
11.7h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
13.8h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
15.7h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 17°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
16.7h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 19°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
16.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 19°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

72 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 17°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
12.5h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
6.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

48 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.0
UV Index
Low
7.3h daylight

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