Beach Weather in Vatersay Beach, Vatersay, United Kingdom

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Beach Weather Today in Vatersay Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 16° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 30%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 23kmh from the North. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Vatersay Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 10:16 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Vatersay Beach

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 30%.

VATERSAY BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 12th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 11° 12° 14° 14° 16° 17°
6% 22% 89% 86% 30% 6% 3% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 16° 16° 17° 17° 17° 18°
4% 4% 1% 9% 40% 61% 0% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 16° 16° 17° 19° 18°
1% 7% 0% 0% 0% 1% 13% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 16° 17° 18° 19° 19°
5% 7% 6% 5% 4% 3% 34% 44%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 17° 17° 17° 17° 18° 19° 18°
43% 21% 22% 17% 7% 0% 3% 29%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 17° 17° 16° 16° 16° 15°
40% 46% 36% 21% 13% 10% 34% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.3mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12° 12°
89% 59% 28% 16% 24% 41% 30% 52%
0.6mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sun 12th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
8.1s 8.0s 7.8s 7.6s 7.4s 7.3s 6.0s 7.1s
Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
6.9s 6.9s 6.9s 6.9s 7.1s 7.0s 6.9s 11.2s
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
6
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.5m
9.7s 11.8s 11.3s 11.1s 10.7s 10.4s 10.2s 10.1s
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
9.8s 9.7s 9.6s 9.5s 9.4s 7.7s 7.6s 7.5s
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
8
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
8.9s 8.6s 8.5s 8.5s 7.1s 7.1s 7.0s 6.9s
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
1
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
34
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
8.0s 8.0s 8.0s 8.1s 8.0s 7.9s 7.8s 7.8s
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
8.0s 8.1s 8.1s 7.8s 7.6s 7.3s 7.1s 6.9s
Sun 12th July
4:55 AM 11:04 AM 5:25 PM 11:35 PM
3.14 0.87 3.32 0.70
Mon 13th July
5:54 AM 11:58 AM 6:19 PM
3.31 0.67 3.57
Tue 14th July
12:30 AM 6:44 AM 12:48 PM 7:07 PM
0.50 3.46 0.49 3.78
Wed 15th July
1:20 AM 7:30 AM 1:34 PM 7:52 PM
0.35 3.55 0.35 3.89
Thu 16th July
2:07 AM 8:13 AM 2:19 PM 8:34 PM
0.27 3.57 0.29 3.91
Fri 17th July
2:51 AM 8:53 AM 3:01 PM 9:15 PM
0.28 3.52 0.30 3.82
Sat 18th July
3:33 AM 9:32 AM 3:42 PM 9:55 PM
0.38 3.41 0.41 3.65
Sun 12th July
18°
0.0mm
14kmh ENE
30%
Mon 13th July
18°
0.0mm
9kmh ENE
15%
Tue 14th July
20°
0.0mm
8kmh E
3%
Wed 15th July
20°
0.0mm
10kmh ENE
13%
Thu 16th July
19°
0.0mm
13kmh E
17%
Fri 17th July
19°
1.3mm
17kmh NNW
32%
Sat 18th July
13°
0.6mm
28kmh NNW
42%
Sun 19th July
12°
0.0mm
17kmh NNW
58%
Mon 20th July
13°
6.0mm
45kmh S
92%
Tue 21st July
12°
0.8mm
25kmh SW
81%
Wed 22nd July
13°
0.9mm
11kmh NW
65%
Thu 23rd July
11°
0.0mm
33kmh NNE
54%
Fri 24th July
13°
0.0mm
8kmh ENE
61%
Sat 25th July
13°
3.0mm
29kmh S
75%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 6 days of light rain with an average of 2.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 46%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Vatersay Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Vatersay Beach, Vatersay, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom

Imagine taking a holiday at Vatersay Beach, located in the beautiful and remote island of Vatersay in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, United Kingdom. This stunning beach is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Here you can relax, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty that Vatersay Beach has to offer.

Beach Type

Vatersay Beach is known for its soft white sand that stretches along the shoreline. The crystal-clear waters provide an inviting contrast to the pristine sand, making it a perfect place for beachgoers to relax and enjoy their surroundings. The beach also has some rocky areas, which create interesting opportunities for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts who wish to explore underwater marine life.

Beach Activities

At Vatersay Beach, you can engage in various beach activities that are popular among visitors. Some recommended activities include:

  • Swimming: With clear waters and gentle waves, swimming is a popular activity at Vatersay Beach.
  • Snorkeling & Diving: As mentioned earlier, the rocky areas make for excellent snorkeling and diving spots where you can discover a diverse range of marine life.
  • Beachcombing: The white sandy shores are ideal for beachcombing enthusiasts who enjoy finding treasures washed up by the sea.
  • Birdwatching: Vatersay Island is home to various bird species, making it a great spot for birdwatching.
  • Hiking: Explore the scenic surroundings of Vatersay Beach with coastal walks that offer stunning views of the landscape.

Accommodations

While there aren't any beach resorts or hotels directly on Vatersay Beach itself due to its remote nature, there are accommodations available on nearby Barra island. Some options include:

  • Isle of Barra Hotel: A family-run hotel located on Barra island offering comfortable rooms with beautiful views.
  • Castlebay Hotel: Located in Castlebay, this hotel offers en-suite rooms and self-catering accommodation options with stunning views of the bay.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Vatersay Beach, the best area to stay in would be on Barra island. This is because it is the closest island to Vatersay with accessible accommodations, shops, and restaurants. The ferry service between Barra and Vatersay makes it convenient for visitors to travel between the two islands.

Beach Amenities

Vatersay Beach offers limited amenities due to its remote location. However, you can expect the following:

  • Car parking nearby
  • Public toilets on the island
  • Beautiful coastal walking paths

Please note that there are no lifeguards, beach chairs or umbrella rentals at Vatersay Beach. Visitors should come prepared with their own beach essentials and exercise caution when swimming or participating in water activities.

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