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
