Weather Forecast 24 February : Mainly dry, rain later.

Information from The Met Office. Today 24 February : Shetland seeing rain for a time this morning, otherwise dry before rain develops later this afternoon. Orkney dry, perhaps with a little brightness, although rain likely later in the afternoon. Fresh to strong south or southeasterly winds. Maximum temperature 9 °C. Tonight: This evening will be cloudy…

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February 24, 2026

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February, Met Office

Information from The Met Office.

Today 24 February :

Shetland seeing rain for a time this morning, otherwise dry before rain develops later this afternoon. Orkney dry, perhaps with a little brightness, although rain likely later in the afternoon. Fresh to strong south or southeasterly winds. Maximum temperature 9 °C.

Tonight:

This evening will be cloudy with spells of rain. Remaining cloudy overnight with further rain, perhaps easing across Orkney later. Fresh to strong southwesterly winds. Minimum temperature 7 °C.

Wednesday 25 February :

A cloudy day with spells of rain or drizzle, perhaps turning more persistent for a time in the afternoon. Less windy. Maximum temperature 10 °C.

Outlook for Thursday to Saturday:

Brighter on Thursday with showers likely later. Bright with showers on Friday, windy later. Drier on Saturday.

Updated: 04:00 (UTC) on Tue 24 Feb 2026

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