Stromness, Scotland, United Kingdom: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Stromness, Scotland, United Kingdom? If you're planning to go to Stromness, I've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Stromness
- Important essentials for Stromness
- Activities for Stromness
- Stromness in January: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in February: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in March: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in April: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in May: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in June: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in July: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in August: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in September: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in October: weather and what to pack
- Stromness in November: weather and what to pack
- Stromness 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 Stromness, Scotland, United Kingdom
Based on the climate and weather in Stromness, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important essentials for Stromness, Scotland, United Kingdom
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Stromness, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection available.
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
Don't forget these
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Stromness. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types G. This one should be appropriate for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
What to wear/what to pack for Stromness, Scotland, United Kingdom by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
If you go to Stromness in January, you will notice that it can be brisk, somewhat snowy and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time and snow about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: here
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Extra socks
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Light gloves or mittens
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Fleece
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Jacket or coat
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Warm pants or jeans
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Standard footwear
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A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
February
Traveling to Stromness in February, you will notice that it can be brisk, somewhat snowy and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C). There is frost a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Jacket or coat
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this
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Light gloves or mittens
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Extra socks
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Warm pants or jeans
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Fleece
-
Standard footwear
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A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We like:
March
March can be very chilly, somewhat snowy, very rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost about a third of the time. It rains about half of the time and snows a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: here
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Extra socks
-
Fleece
-
Jacket or coat
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be vital in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
April
April here can be brisk, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost sometimes. It rains about half of the time and snows sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Warm pants or jeans
-
Extra socks
-
Jacket or coat
-
Fleece
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best pick: this
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We suggest:
May
May in Stromness is cold, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain a bit less than half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 70% to 80% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light jacket or fleece
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Light and heavy skirts
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Pants or jeans
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Dresses
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
June
In June, Stromness can be chilly, somewhat rainy and somewhat hazy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) and occasionally jump into the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Stromness, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 80%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
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Light and heavy skirts
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Pants or jeans
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Extra socks
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We recommend:
July
July for Stromness is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
August
If you go to Stromness in August, you will notice that it is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
September
September in Stromness is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We like:
October
If you go to Stromness in October, you will notice that it can be brisk and very rainy. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We like:
November
November in Stromness can be very chilly and very rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about two thirds of the time. It also snows occasionally. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 80% to 90% range on average. There is frost once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this
-
Fleece
-
Jacket or coat
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We like:
December
December in Stromness can be very chilly and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 40s F (single digits C) during the day. There is frost 5-10 days this month. It rains about two thirds of the time and snows about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best pick: here
-
Extra socks
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Jacket or coat
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We suggest:
Activities for Stromness, Scotland, United Kingdom
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Stromness.
If you visit the Stromness Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Comfy walking shoes
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
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