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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 20 June 2026 by the Media Grid UK weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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The live forecast above shows Lerwick’s current conditions and the coming hours. Expect temperatures between 5°C and 9°C today, with a brisk south-westerly wind and scattered showers moving in by midday. The main story is a drying trend overnight before a colder, brighter Thursday.
What is the outlook for the next few days?
Thursday will bring a brief ridge of high pressure, offering a dry, sunny morning before cloud builds from the west by late afternoon. Highs near 8°C. Friday turns unsettled again as a low-pressure system approaches from the Atlantic, bringing stronger winds and longer spells of rain, particularly after midday. Saturday stays blustery with further showers, though some drier intervals are likely by the afternoon. The 10-day forecast indicates a return to more typical autumn conditions next week.
Does the Met Office forecast differ from the BBC data?
The live forecast above draws from BBC data. For a more detailed hourly breakdown and severe weather warnings, check the Met Office weather for Lerwick. The Met Office uses a finer-resolution model, which can shift wind direction and shower timing by an hour or two compared to the BBC feed. For a quick comparison, yr.no’s forecast for Lerwick often aligns closely with the Met Office’s outlook this week.
Will the rain clear by the weekend?
Saturday should see a drier start, but another band of rain is likely by Sunday afternoon. Consistent with the bbc weather lerwick outlook, the weekend remains changeable rather than settled.
Is this warmer or colder than average for October?
Current highs of 8–10°C are about 1–2°C below the long-term average for Lerwick in late October. The wind chill will make it feel closer to 4–6°C at times.
How reliable is the 14-day forecast for Lerwick?
For the bbc weather lerwick 14 days outlook, confidence is low beyond day 5. The Lerwick weather page updates hourly, so check back for the latest short-range data.