Information from The Met Office.

Today 19 August :

The morning will begin cloudy, mainly dry over Shetland but with light rain or drizzle across Orkney. Sunny spells increase over Shetland during the morning and Orkney from early afternoon. Maximum temperature 15 °C.

Tonight:

The evening will continue dry with clear periods. Cloud will then increase overnight with the chance of the occasional light shower later. Minimum temperature 9 °C.

Wednesday 20 August :

The day will be cloudy with bright or sunny spells interspersed with the odd light shower. Maximum temperature 13 °C.

Outlook for Thursday to Saturday:

Cloudy with bright spells and the odd light shower at times Thursday and Friday becoming dry Saturday.

Updated: 05:00 (UTC+1) on Tue 19 Aug 2025