Orkney Islands (Kirkwall)
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Today weather in Orkney Islands
Sunday, 17th May 2026
9°
Patchy rain possible
Today, Orkney Islands will experience cool weather, with temperatures ranging between 7 °C and 8 °C. It'll be quite breezy in Orkney Islands Today with average wind speeds of 28 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 94%, but with light accumulations around 2.28 mm.
9° / 7°
Temp
94%
Rain
28 km/h
Wind
80%
Humidity
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Orkney Islands hourly forecast for today
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| 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 04:37 | 05:00 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 21:41 | 22:00 | 23:00 | ||
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| temperatures | 7.5° | 7.5° | 7.5° | 7.5° | 7.5° | Sunrise | 7.6° | 7.5° | 7.3° | 7.4° | 7.5° | 7.6° | 7.6° | 7.6° | 7.6° | 7.7° | 8° | 8.3° | 8.7° | 8.9° | 9° | 9° | 8.8° | Sunset | 8.6° | 8.8° | |
| feels like | 6.1° | 5.4° | 5.2° | 5.1° | 4.9° | 4.7° | 4.6° | 4.5° | 4.8° | 5.3° | 4.7° | 4° | 3.6° | 4.4° | 5.8° | 6.6° | 6.5° | 6.7° | 7.2° | 7.5° | 7.7° | 8° | 8.6° | 8.4° | |||
| wind speed | 8 km/h | 11 km/h | 13 km/h | 13 km/h | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 15 km/h | 12 km/h | 17 km/h | 24 km/h | 28 km/h | 19 km/h | 11 km/h | 8 km/h | 11 km/h | 12 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 0 km/h | 5 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 184° | 172° | 157° | 145° | 130° | 119° | 114° | 122° | 139° | 158° | 197° | 219° | 234° | 238° | 213° | 174° | 142° | 139° | 142° | 146° | 168° | 232° | 79° | 47° | |||
| wind direction | S | S | SSE | SE | SE | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | SSE | SSW | SW | SW | WSW | SW | S | SE | SE | SE | SSE | SSE | SW | E | NE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.7 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 60% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 80% | 77% | 80% | 0% | 0% | 82% | 65% | 71% | 72% | 100% | 82% | 0% | 0% | |||
| 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% | 70% | 68% | 68% | 71% | 76% | 84% | 89% | 88% | 87% | 87% | 86% | 85% | 84% | 82% | 82% | 82% | 82% | 81% | 80% | 80% | 82% | 82% | 80% | |||
| dew point | 2.6° | 2.4° | 2.1° | 2.1° | 2.6° | 3.7° | 5° | 5.6° | 5.7° | 5.6° | 5.5° | 5.4° | 5.3° | 5.1° | 4.9° | 5° | 5.4° | 5.8° | 5.8° | 5.8° | 5.8° | 5.8° | 5.7° | 5.5° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 48% | 97% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 85% | 95% | 64% | 70% | 60% | 41% | 81% | 68% | 79% | 54% | 60% | 72% | 45% | 45% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 1.2 | 2.3 | 2.8 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.3 | 2.6 | 1.8 | 1 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Weather in Orkney Islands today
The temperature today in Orkney Islands is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 9 °C, closely aligning with the historical average for 17th of May.
temperatures
9 °C
rain
2.3 mm
wind
28 km/h
snow
0 cm
Orkney Islands daylight overview ☀️
Today in Orkney Islands, The sun rises at 04:37 and sets at 21:41, giving a total daylight duration of 17 hours and 4 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 9° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Orkney Islands? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 94% 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 28 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 9 °C with a 94% 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 04:37 and set at 21:41 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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