Geography of Isle of Skye
Geography of Isle of Skye: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Isle of Skye
Inner Hebrides is 0 mi to the north, Loch Ness is 67 mi to the east, Inverness is 75 mi to the east and Greater Glasgow is 123 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 57°16′25″N 6°12′55.8″W (57.2736, -6.2155)
Quick facts about Isle of Skye
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| County | Scottish Highlands |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 57°16′25″N 6°12′55.8″W (57.2736, -6.2155) |
| Known for | the Old Man of Storr and Fairy Pools |
| Local time | 5:21 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, July and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Isle of Skye is an island in Scottish Highlands. Isle of Skye is an island known for the Old Man of Storr and Fairy Pools.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Isle of Skye with overcast. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 49°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 14%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Isle of Skye is May, July and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 61°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 266 mi away. Nearby highlights include Loch Ness, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Lake District National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Isle of Skye today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Isle of Skye month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 33° | 6,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 43° | 35° | 8,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 37° | 7,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 38° | 7,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 58° | 45° | 5,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 58° | 47° | 9,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 61° | 51° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 60° | 51° | 8,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 58° | 47° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 52° | 44° | 8,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 45° | 37° | 7,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 36° | 11,7 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Isle of Skye?
Isle of Skye is an island in Scottish Highlands. Its coordinates are 57.2736, -6.2155. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Isle of Skye right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 64% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Isle of Skye?
May, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Isle of Skye, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Isle of Skye in?
Isle of Skye observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:21 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Isle of Skye?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 266 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Isle of Skye?
Popular options include Loch Ness, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Lake District National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 5:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
