Shetland Islands (Lerwick)
Today
Today weather in Shetland Islands
Sunday, 17th May 2026
8°
Patchy rain possible
Today, Shetland Islands will experience cool weather, with temperatures ranging between 6 °C and 8 °C. Strong winds are anticipated in Shetland Islands Today, nearing 33 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 87%, but with light accumulations around 0.34 mm.
8° / 7°
Temp
87%
Rain
33 km/h
Wind
84%
Humidity
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Shetland Islands hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 6.5° | 6.5° | 6.5° | 6.6° | 6.6° | Sunrise | 6.7° | 6.9° | 7.2° | 7.4° | 7.6° | 7.5° | 7.4° | 7.4° | 7.9° | 7.7° | 7.6° | 7.8° | 8.2° | 8.2° | 8.1° | 7.9° | 7.6° | Sunset | 7.4° | 7.3° | |
| feels like | 4.6° | 4.4° | 3.9° | 3.7° | 3.6° | 3.5° | 4° | 4.5° | 4.5° | 4.3° | 4.1° | 4° | 3.6° | 3.8° | 3.3° | 3.5° | 4.2° | 4.8° | 4.7° | 4.8° | 4.8° | 4.7° | 4.5° | 4.3° | |||
| wind speed | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 13 km/h | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 20 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 25 km/h | 31 km/h | 34 km/h | 29 km/h | 23 km/h | 24 km/h | 24 km/h | 22 km/h | 19 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | 17 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 265° | 245° | 226° | 220° | 218° | 217° | 213° | 199° | 181° | 169° | 154° | 134° | 139° | 144° | 133° | 136° | 173° | 181° | 175° | 169° | 160° | 149° | 138° | 132° | |||
| wind direction | W | WSW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SSW | SSW | S | S | SSE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | S | S | S | S | SSE | SSE | SE | SE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 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 | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 74% | 60% | 78% | 75% | 84% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 74% | 100% | 60% | 87% | 0% | 63% | 77% | 67% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 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 | 89% | 89% | 88% | 88% | 88% | 86% | 83% | 79% | 74% | 72% | 75% | 78% | 82% | 80% | 79% | 86% | 86% | 83% | 83% | 84% | 85% | 87% | 91% | 92% | |||
| dew point | 4.8° | 4.8° | 4.8° | 4.8° | 4.7° | 4.5° | 4.2° | 3.8° | 3.1° | 3° | 3.4° | 3.9° | 4.6° | 4.7° | 4.3° | 5.3° | 5.6° | 5.4° | 5.6° | 5.6° | 5.6° | 5.7° | 6° | 6.1° | |||
| 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 | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 76% | 76% | 81% | 77% | 79% | 39% | 22% | 9% | 16% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 94% | 64% | 83% | 94% | 56% | 83% | 16% | 13% | 14% | 9% | 18% | 25% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.4 | 2.2 | 2.5 | 1.7 | 1 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Shetland Islands today
The weather in Shetland Islands today is expected to be noticeably cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 8 °C, compared to an average of 11.5 °C for 17th of May in recent years.
temperatures
8 °C
rain
0.3 mm
wind
33 km/h
snow
0 cm
Shetland Islands daylight overview ☀️
Today in Shetland Islands, The sun rises at 04:21 and sets at 21:43, giving a total daylight duration of 17 hours and 22 minutes.
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The weather today in Shetland Islands - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Shetland Islands?
The maximum temperature for today in Shetland Islands is expected to be 8° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Shetland Islands? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 87% chance of rain in Shetland Islands today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Shetland Islands? 🌀
The wind in Shetland Islands is expected to blow at 33 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Shetland Islands today?
Given the forecast of 8 °C with a 87% 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 Shetland Islands today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Shetland Islands today?
The sun is expected to rise at 04:21 and set at 21:43 in Shetland Islands.
How accurate is the weather forecast Shetland Islands today? ✅
Shetland 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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