Kilbirnie, Scotland, United Kingdom: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Kilbirnie, Scotland, United Kingdom? If you're planning to go to Kilbirnie, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Kilbirnie
- Important essentials for Kilbirnie
- Activities for Kilbirnie
- Kilbirnie in January: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in February: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in March: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in April: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in May: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in June: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in July: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in August: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in September: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in October: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in November: weather and what to pack
- Kilbirnie in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Kilbirnie, Scotland, United Kingdom
Based on the climate and weather in Kilbirnie, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Kilbirnie, Scotland, United Kingdom
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kilbirnie, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
Other health necessities
Don't forget these
For families with young children
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should be sufficient for most locations, but check with your hotel.
Airplane or car necessities
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Kilbirnie. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Activities for Kilbirnie, Scotland, United Kingdom
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kilbirnie.
Castle hopping? For Glengarnock Castle, take:
Trousers
Long sleeve shirts/blouses
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you can carry your stuff.
Dresses that cover your knees
We also recommend these top tours in and around Kilbirnie.
What to wear/what to pack for Kilbirnie, Scotland, United Kingdom by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you visit Kilbirnie during January, you may notice that it can be brisk and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. There is frost about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Warm pants or jeans
Light gloves or mittens
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Jacket or coat
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: here
Extra socks
Fleece
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Standard footwear
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We recommend:
February
If you visit Kilbirnie during February, you will probably see that it is cold and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time. There is frost a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Jacket or coat
Light gloves or mittens
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best pick: this one
-
Warm pants or jeans
Fleece
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
March
If you vacation in Kilbirnie during March, you are likely to notice that it is pretty cool and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time. There is frost sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Jacket or coat
Extra socks
Light gloves or mittens
Fleece
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: here
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
April
April in Kilbirnie is brisk and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
Light and heavy skirts
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
Light jacket or fleece
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We suggest:
May
May here can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
Pants or jeans
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Extra socks
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We like:
June
If you vacation in Kilbirnie during June, you may see that it is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Dresses
Pants or jeans
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
Extra socks
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
July
In July, Kilbirnie is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Kilbirnie, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
Pants or jeans
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
Extra socks
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
August
Traveling to Kilbirnie in August, you will notice that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
Light and heavy skirts
Light jacket or fleece
Extra socks
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These are vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
September
If you visit Kilbirnie during September, you might find that it can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Light and heavy skirts
Extra socks
Light jacket or fleece
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
Pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
October
If you go to Kilbirnie in October, you will notice that it can be chilly and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light jacket or fleece
Extra socks
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
Pants or jeans
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be essential in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
November
In November, Kilbirnie can be brisk and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Kilbirnie, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. There is frost once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Standard footwear
Pants or jeans
Light jacket or fleece
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Extra socks
-
Dresses
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We recommend:
December
If you vacation in Kilbirnie during December, you may notice that it can be brisk and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. There is frost regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Jacket or coat
Light gloves or mittens
Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
Extra socks
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this
-
Standard footwear
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
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