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Exploring Shetland

The city of Shetland has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Shetland include:

• Sullom Voe Oil Terminal
• Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition
• Lerwick Town Hall
• Bain's Beach
• Shetland Museum
• Coastal Walk to the Knab
• Shetland Bus Memorial

When is the Best Time to Explore Shetland?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to explore Shetland, you may find this information about seasonal weather helpful when planning your trip. The warmest months in Shetland are typically August and July, whereas the coldest months are usually February and January. The months with the most rain are December and November, whereas June and April have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 7°C and at night it is 5°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 303 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 12°C during the day and 6°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 154 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 14°C and the night-time average is 11°C. Average precipitation for this season is 265 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 11°C and 5°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 395 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Shetland is 1117 mm.