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Shetland Islands in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Shetland Islands in July will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Shetland Islands, based on historical data.
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July

Weather in Shetland Islands in July 2024

OK Weather
Mild
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Cloudy
July could be a good time to visit Shetland Islands, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +14°C, and there are typically 1 sunny days in July. However, expect about 7 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 54 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • July is usually the wettest month of the year in Shetland Islands;

Average weather

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+14°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+24°C
Max.
54 mm
Total precipitation
86%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
23 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shetland Islands has OK weather in July.

Average temperature in Shetland Islands in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Shetland Islands for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in July is +12°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +14°C during the day and a minimum of +10°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +12°C to +12°C.

Is Shetland Islands warm or cold in July?

Shetland Islands is typically mild in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +12°C to +14°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +9°C to +11°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

July is one of the warmest months in Shetland Islands, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Shetland Islands in July

Shetland Islands weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+12°C+14°C+15°C
Min. temperature
+2°C+4°C+2°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+24°C+24°C
Rainfall
46 mm54 mm69 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Humidity
83%86%85%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1011 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
211
Cloudy days
222322
Rainy days
678
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as ok as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +12°C to +14°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 46 mm to 54 mm. Humidity rises from 83% to 86%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 5 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in June to 1 in July.

August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Shetland Islands in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Shetland Islands is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Shetland Islands based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 91 mm, with a 48% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain. July is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Shetland Islands wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 122 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 44 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Shetland Islands?

This is the weather in Shetland Islands in July 2023:
1 July
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+12°C
2 July
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+12°C
3 July
☁️
+12°C
4 July
☁️
+12°C
5 July
☁️
+12°C
6 July
🌧️
+12°C
7 July
☁️
+12°C
8 July
☁️
+12°C
9 July
☁️
+12°C
10 July
☁️
+12°C
11 July
☁️
+14°C
12 July
☁️
+14°C
13 July
☁️
+12°C
14 July
☁️
+12°C
15 July
☁️
+12°C
16 July
☁️
+13°C
17 July
☁️
+13°C
18 July
☁️
+13°C
19 July
☁️
+14°C
20 July
☁️
+13°C
21 July
☁️
+12°C
22 July
☁️
+11°C
23 July
☁️
+12°C
24 July
🌧️
+13°C
25 July
☁️
+12°C
26 July
☁️
+11°C
27 July
☁️
+13°C
28 July
☁️
+13°C
29 July
☀️
+14°C
30 July
☁️
+14°C
31 July
☁️
+12°C
In July 2023 Shetland Islands had 1 sunny days, 27 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +12°C, with an absolute maximum of +14°C and a minimum of +11°C. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 73%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Shetland Islands climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Shetland Islands in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+13°C) and the highest in 2003 (+18°C). The driest year was 1984 with only 18 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1988 with 111 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shetland Islands in July:

Is July a good time to visit Shetland Islands?

It’s always a good time to visit Shetland Islands, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Shetland Islands in July?

July has mild temperatures in Shetland Islands. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Shetland Islands rainy in July?

Shetland Islands is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Shetland Islands in July?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Shetland Islands in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Shetland Islands

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Shetland Islands, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.