Weather Forecast and Radar for Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

Weather in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

Kirkwall, located in the Orkney Islands, experiences mild weather throughout the year. Summers in Kirkwall are typically warm and humid, with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 16°C and occasional higher temperatures. During the winter months, temperatures in Kirkwall drop to around 5°C and the climate is cool and wet. Kirkwall experiences high levels of precipitation throughout the year, with average annual rainfall at around 990 mm. Snowfall is rare but can occur in December, January and February in Kirkwall.

In the summer months, Kirkwall enjoys around 17 hours of daylight, while in the winter months, the days are much shorter, with only around 8 hours of daylight. Kirkwall is also prone to strong winds, with average wind speeds ranging from 9 km/h to 35 km/h.

Overall, Kirkwall enjoys a mild climate year-round, with plenty of rainfall and short, mild winters.

Fast Facts About Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

As of 2020, the city population is 9293.

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