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.
Ynys Moelfre at a Glance#
Address: Ynys Moelfre, off the coast of Anglesey (Ynys Môn), Wales, UK
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).
Air Quality:
AQI 29
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 87 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 64 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.6h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 3° | 74 mm | overcast | 86% | 6.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 5° | 53 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 48 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.0 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.7h |
| June | Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 54 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.7h |
| July | Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 57 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.2h |
| August | Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 72 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.6h |
| September | Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 79 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 9° - 14° | 11° | 98 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 6° - 11° | 5° | 110 mm | overcast | 84% | 6.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| December | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 98 mm | overcast | 85% | 6.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.3h |