Information from The Met Office.

Today 23 December :

It will be a cloudy day with outbreaks of light rain at times. Rain mainly over Orkney in the morning before spreading into Shetland. Strong southeasterly winds. Maximum temperature 9 °C.

Tonight:

A cloudy evening and mostly dry but outbreaks of rain possible. Remaining cloudy overnight but becoming dry. Strong southeasterly winds easing. Minimum temperature 5 °C.

Wednesday 24 December :

A dry and mostly cloudy morning. Remaining dry through the afternoon with a few bright or sunny intervals developing. Light winds. Maximum temperature 9 °C.

Outlook for Thursday to Saturday:

High pressure will bring settled and largely dry conditions. Variable cloud with some long clear and sunny spells. Winds mostly light but breezy on Saturday.

Updated: 04:00 (UTC) on Tue 23 Dec 2025