Information from The Met Office.

Today 28 July :

A dry and bright start across Shetland, but outbreaks of rain over Orkney extending north into Shetland this morning. Drier and brighter spells then developing in Orkney during the afternoon. Mainly moderate south or southeast winds. Maximum temperature 18 °C.

Tonight:

Soon turning drier and brighter across Shetland, although the odd shower still possible. Mainly dry with some clear spells developing overnight. Fresh southwest winds at times. Minimum temperature 11 °C.

Wednesday 29 July :

It will be bright with the best of the sunshine across Orkney. A scattering of showers and winds turning into the west, these strong at times in Shetland. Maximum temperature 16 °C.

Outlook for Thursday to Saturday:

Bright with occasional sunny or clear spells. Showers, these most widespread and heavy on Friday and Saturday. Mainly moderate southwest winds.

Updated: 04:00 (UTC+1) on Tue 28 Jul 2026