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Exploring Westray

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

• Noltland Castle
• Noup Head Lighthouse
• Orkney Faerie Museum & Gallery
• Fitty Hill
• Grobost Beach
• Noup Head
• Wheeling Steen Gallery

When making plans for your holiday in Westray, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight to Kirkwall (KOI) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or departure time to identify one that'll work best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Westray?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to travel to Westray, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Westray are typically August and July, whereas the coldest months are usually February and January. The months with the most rain are October and November, whereas June and April have the least.

Here's an overview 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 8°C and at night it is 5°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 271 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 159 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 14°C and the night-time average is 12°C. Average precipitation for this season is 263 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 12°C and 6°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 387 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in Westray is 1080 mm.