Lower Dounreay 14-Day Forecast
Highland, Scotland
Lower Dounreay Outlook (Next 14 Days)
For Lower Dounreay today, a good part of the day is driven by some showers likely, with brighter breaks between. At times, a breeze may freshen the feel, most noticeably on more exposed ground. Underneath, it stays comfortable overall.
The broader signal for Lower Dounreay leans towards a changeable pattern overall, with alternating spells and comfortable temperatures overall. Small shifts in the pressure pattern can move features around, so day-to-day refinements are normal. Further out, the forecast is best read as the dominant pattern and its swings, rather than a precise day-by-day script. The charts show the clearest signal of how the pattern shifts, with the daily table adding the practical day-by-day context.
Daily Forecast
| Date | High | Low | Condition | Wind | Rain % | Humidity | Visibility | UV | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 4 Jun | 13°C | 10°C | Moderate rain | 27 km/h | 96% | 93% | 7 km | 3 | 04:13 AM | 10:13 PM |
| Fri, 5 Jun | 13°C | 10°C | Patchy rain nearby | 45 km/h | 78% | 81% | 10 km | 4 | 04:12 AM | 10:14 PM |
| Sat, 6 Jun | 14°C | 9°C | Partly Cloudy | 34 km/h | 73% | 80% | 10 km | 4 | 04:11 AM | 10:16 PM |
| Sun, 7 Jun | 16°C | 11°C | Patchy rain nearby | 23 km/h | 73% | 81% | 10 km | 4 | 04:10 AM | 10:17 PM |
| Mon, 8 Jun | 12°C | 9°C | Moderate rain | 14 km/h | 94% | 86% | 8 km | 3 | 04:09 AM | 10:18 PM |
| Tue, 9 Jun | 11°C | 9°C | Patchy rain nearby | 31 km/h | 73% | 82% | 10 km | 2 | 04:08 AM | 10:19 PM |
| Wed, 10 Jun | 13°C | 8°C | Patchy rain nearby | 24 km/h | 73% | 78% | 10 km | 3 | 04:08 AM | 10:20 PM |
| Thu, 11 Jun | 14°C | 8°C | Partly Cloudy | 31 km/h | 5% | 77% | 10 km | 4 | 04:07 AM | 10:21 PM |
| Fri, 12 Jun | 16°C | 11°C | Patchy rain nearby | 30 km/h | 73% | 80% | 10 km | 3 | 04:07 AM | 10:22 PM |
| Sat, 13 Jun | 15°C | 11°C | Patchy rain nearby | 25 km/h | 75% | 83% | 9 km | 3 | 04:06 AM | 10:23 PM |
| Sun, 14 Jun | 14°C | 9°C | Sunny | 18 km/h | 3% | 73% | 10 km | 4 | 04:06 AM | 10:24 PM |
| Mon, 15 Jun | 16°C | 10°C | Sunny | 25 km/h | 5% | 81% | 10 km | 4 | 04:05 AM | 10:25 PM |
| Tue, 16 Jun | 19°C | 11°C | Patchy rain nearby | 41 km/h | 73% | 81% | 10 km | 3 | 04:05 AM | 10:25 PM |
| Wed, 17 Jun | 15°C | 10°C | Sunny | 30 km/h | 6% | 77% | 10 km | 4 | 04:05 AM | 10:26 PM |
Temperature Trend
Rain Probability
Wind Speed
UV Index
Forecast context and reference links
When forecasts change between updates, it is commonly driven by small shifts in storm track or blocking position. The links below give stable context that helps you read those changes.
- Scotland Climate for regional patterns and seasonal tendencies.
- UK Climate Overview for a national baseline and how regions compare.
- Scotland for location browsing and regional navigation.
How to interpret confidence
For how forecast reliability changes with lead time, see Forecast Confidence. For transparency on how WeatherEngland sources and updates data, see Methodology.
Background guides
- UK Weather Patterns
- UK Seasonal Weather
- UK Weather Hazards
- UK Weather Safety
- UK Jet Stream
- UK Microclimates
Glossary support
Start with the Weather Glossary. Useful terms for this page include Jet Stream, Air Mass, Zonal Flow, Atmospheric Blocking, Weather Front, and Pressure Trend.
FAQ
What is the outlook for Lower Dounreay over the next 14 days?
The 14-day guidance for Lower Dounreay points to Patchy rain nearby featuring frequently, with day-to-day details changing as systems move through. Temperatures hold fairly steady overall. Typical range: highs up to 19°C, lows down to 8°C. Rain-risk signal: 96% at peak (10 higher-risk days). Wind: a windiest-day signal around 45 km/h. UV: peaks around 4 on brighter days. Use days 1–5 for practical planning; beyond that, treat it as guidance on the broader direction.
How reliable is the two-week outlook for Lower Dounreay?
In UK conditions, day-to-day details can shift as Atlantic systems wobble north or south. Treat the first few days as planning-grade, and the second week as guidance on the broader pattern.
Does the Lower Dounreay forecast include hourly weather today?
Yes. The page includes hourly detail for the immediate period and a daily breakdown for the wider outlook. Hourly precision drops off faster than daily trends, so keep an eye on updates.
Are temperatures rising or falling in Lower Dounreay over the next 14 days?
Across the next two weeks in Lower Dounreay, Temperatures hold fairly steady overall. The clearest signal is in the highs/lows chart: look for whether the lines drift up, down, or stay broadly level.
What does the ‘headline condition’ mean in the Lower Dounreay forecast?
It is the day’s most likely overall weather type (for example, rain, cloud or sunshine) based on the dominant signal. Short-lived changes can still occur, so use the daily table and charts to see wind peaks and rain-risk windows.