Today 18th April:

Mainly dry with sunny spells for Shetland, but becoming cloudier later with perhaps a little rain. . Cloudier over Orkney, especially in the west, with patchy rain, but most likely in afternoon. Occasionally strong southerly winds. Maximum temperature 11 °C.

Tonight:

Mostly cloudy with a little light rain from time to time, but there could also be a few clear spells, especially over Orkney. Rather fresh south or southeasterly winds. Minimum temperature 5 °C.

Monday 19th April:

A mostly cloudy start with a little rain but becoming dry and bright through the morning with some sunshine in the afternoon. A warmer day, especially for Orkney. Maximum temperature 14 °C.

Outlook for Tuesday to Thursday:

Rain pushing east into Tuesday, perhaps heavy at times, but becoming drier, colder in afternoon. Some heavy showers Tuesday night over Shetland, then bright spells and a few wintry showers,

Updated: 04:00 (UTC+1) on Sun 18 Apr 2021 Information for the Met Office