Orkney Islands (Kirkwall)
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Today weather in Orkney Islands
Monday, 12th October 2026
13°
Patchy rain possible
Feels like 6° · Low 12°
A slightly cool ambiance awaits Orkney Islands on today, with temperatures hovering between 11 °C in the morning and 13 °C in the afternoon. Intense winds are on the horizon for Orkney Islands Today, with gusts surpassing 55 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 75%, but with light accumulations around 2.45 mm.
13° / 12°
Temp
75%
Rain
55 km/h
Wind
84%
Humidity
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Orkney Islands hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 11.6° | 11.8° | 11.8° | 12° | 11.9° | 11.8° | 11.8° | 11.8° | Sunrise | 11.7° | 11.8° | 11.9° | 11.9° | 12° | 12.2° | 12.3° | 12.5° | 12.5° | 12.6° | 12.8° | Sunset | 12.9° | 12.8° | 12.6° | 12.7° | 13.1° | |
| Feels like | 7.1° | 6.4° | 6° | 6° | 5.7° | 5.4° | 4.9° | 4.4° | 4.1° | 3.9° | 4° | 3.9° | 4.3° | 4.4° | 5.3° | 6.2° | 7° | 7.8° | 8.1° | 7.9° | 7.7° | 6.7° | 5.7° | 5.8° | |||
| wind speed | 27 km/h | 33 km/h | 37 km/h | 37 km/h | 39 km/h | 42 km/h | 47 km/h | 51 km/h | 53 km/h | 55 km/h | 54 km/h | 55 km/h | 52 km/h | 52 km/h | 46 km/h | 41 km/h | 36 km/h | 30 km/h | 29 km/h | 31 km/h | 33 km/h | 39 km/h | 45 km/h | 45 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 148° | 155° | 153° | 162° | 153° | 147° | 148° | 150° | 154° | 152° | 157° | 159° | 165° | 164° | 170° | 177° | 177° | 170° | 165° | 163° | 163° | 152° | 165° | 166° | |||
| wind direction | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | S | S | S | S | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.4 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.3 mm | 0 mm | 0.4 mm | 0.1 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 6% | 7% | 7% | 7% | 8% | 18% | 23% | 24% | 25% | 25% | 26% | 29% | 71% | 40% | 61% | 31% | 39% | 32% | 29% | 30% | 57% | 35% | 62% | 38% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 71% | 72% | 75% | 74% | 75% | 78% | 80% | 81% | 82% | 82% | 83% | 84% | 86% | 86% | 88% | 89% | 90% | 90% | 88% | 90% | 92% | 93% | 94% | 91% | |||
| dew point | 6.6° | 6.8° | 7.5° | 7.5° | 7.6° | 8.1° | 8.5° | 8.6° | 8.7° | 8.8° | 9.1° | 9.2° | 9.6° | 10° | 10.4° | 10.7° | 10.9° | 11° | 10.9° | 11.3° | 11.5° | 11.6° | 11.8° | 11.7° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 2% | 2% | 2% | 0% | 5% | 76% | 93% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Orkney Islands today
The weather in Orkney Islands today is expected to be slightly warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 13 °C, compared to an average of 11 °C for 12th of October in recent years.
temperatures
13 °C
rain
2.5 mm
wind
55 km/h
UV
Low
Orkney Islands daylight overview ☀️
Today in Orkney Islands, The sun rises at 07:42 and sets at 18:14, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 32 minutes.
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The weather today in Orkney Islands - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Orkney Islands?
The maximum temperature for today in Orkney Islands is expected to be 13° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Orkney Islands? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 75% chance of rain in Orkney Islands today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Orkney Islands? 🌀
The wind in Orkney Islands is expected to blow at 55 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Orkney Islands today?
Given the forecast of 13 °C with a 75% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Orkney Islands today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Orkney Islands today?
The sun is expected to rise at 07:42 and set at 18:14 in Orkney Islands.
How accurate is the weather forecast Orkney Islands today? ✅
Orkney Islands weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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