Information from The Met Office

Today 3rd January:

Mostly cloudy with outbreaks of rain across Orkney, with sleet or snow across Shetland, although northern Shetland may see some brighter spells. Southeasterly gales continuing across Orkney but easing a little over Shetland especially the north. Maximum temperature 5 °C.

Tonight:

Staying cloudy. Shetland will see a few light wintry showers, while Orkney will be affected by occasional rain, perhaps becoming heavier and more persistent overnight. Fresh to strong southeasterly winds. Minimum temperature 1 °C.

Thursday 4th January:

Staying cloudy with occasional rain over Orkney, persistent at first, and light rain, sleet or snow over Shetland the snow more confined to the higher ground. Strong southeasterly winds. Maximum temperature 6 °C.

Outlook for Friday to Sunday:

Still cloudy, windy on Friday with some patchy rain, perhaps sleet or snow for Shetland. The weekend turning drier and brighter with lighter winds

Updated: 04:00 (UTC) on Wed 3 Jan 2024