One of the things we are asked about most often is “what will the weather be like?”. This is a bit like asking how long is a piece of string – the weather here in Scotland is pretty unpredictable! As I write this (March 2012) it is a glorious spring day; earlier in the week a new record high temperature for the month of March was set (23.6C / 74F in Aboyne, Aberdeenshire), the sun is shining and there is not a cloud in the sky. But the forecast for next week is sleet and snow!
So the best advice we can give is come prepared: average summer temperatures are in the region of 14C-18C / 55F-65F but it can fluctuate and be higher or lower, so bring clothes you can layer. A waterproof and an umbrella wouldn’t go amiss either – although rainfall can vary greatly, with the east of Scotland being much drier than the west. The driest months are usually April and May.
Winter temperatures average at 1C-6C / 33F-43F although it can get much colder than that at night, especially in mountainous areas. Snow is usually to be found on higher ground.
For up to date Scottish weather forecasts please see the BBC website.
So the Commonwealth Games kicked off in Glasgow last night 🏅🏅🏅
The opening ceremony was typically bonkers, and featured a massive Tunnocks teacake 😂🏴
Tunnocks teacakes consist of a thin biscuit layer topped with whipped marshmallow and covered in chocolate 😋 They are wrapped in iconic red and silver foil packaging and sold all over the country, in supermarkets and often in cafes. They are a taste sensation, and the perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea. Be sure to try one if you’re visiting this summer!
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*If you’re travelling in the Highlands just now please be advised to avoid the Glenmore / Loch Morlich area due to wildfire 🥲**UPDATE - 14:15 on 16 July
Emergency services and partners continue to tackle a large-scale fire near Ryvoan Bothy. The emergency response is being coordinated at a national level involving the Scottish Government, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Police Scotland, RSPB Scotland, Forestry and Land Scotland, the Park Authority and multiple other partners.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service have shared that the fire is currently affecting an area of approximately six squared kilometres. We are asking the public to follow the following guidance:
- Please do not travel to the area or attempt to access Glenmore Forest Park, Loch Morlich or the surrounding area while firefighting operations are ongoing. A strict cordon remains in place and road closures continue to support the emergency response.
- Those impacted by evacuations will have been contacted and we would ask everyone to cooperate fully with Police Scotland and other relevant authorities for their safety.
- Residents in Aviemore and surrounding areas are asked to close windows and doors to prevent smoke entering.
-Anyone with known respiratory conditions nearby is encouraged to contact 111 if they experience any difficulties. Contact 999 in an emergency.
Thermal drone footage captured by Park Authority staff last night has helped inform fire fighting efforts and highlight the scale of the fire, but the extent of the damage and the cause is not yet known.
Overnight emergency services, gamekeepers, NGO and estate staff were on the scene working tirelessly to control the fire. We are deeply grateful for their efforts, and those of the businesses and local community providing support to those affected.
We will provide further updates when we have them.
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