Climate Overview
The climate in Tiree Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1516mm of precipitation falls per year. Tiree Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Tiree Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, September, July. The coldest months are February, March, January, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.
Temperature
Tiree Airport has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 14°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Tiree Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1516mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 126mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 189mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is April, with just 67mm. That's 122mm less than December, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Tiree Airport is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 40km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 49km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 30km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 19km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 49km/h in winter, 36km/h in spring, 32km/h in summer, 43km/h in autumn.
Seasons
86 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Tiree Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Tiree Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near 6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 86 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 6 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 259mm for the season, averaging 86mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 36km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 316mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Winds are strong, averaging 32km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 9 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 470mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are strong, averaging 43km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 471mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Winds are strong, averaging 49km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tiree Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.