Live weather forecast for Orkney
This page shows a live weather forecast for Orkney, South Africa, updated on every visit. You get the current temperature and how it feels, wind, humidity and pressure, an hourly chart for the next 48 hours, and a 16-day daily outlook with highs, lows and the chance of precipitation.
We also surface air quality (European AQI, PM2.5 and PM10), the UV index, sunrise and sunset times, and — for coastal locations — a short marine outlook. All data comes from Open-Meteo's open weather APIs and is free to use.
On average, the warmest month in Orkney is Jan (22°C) and the coldest is Jul (10°C). The wettest month is Dec (about 127 mm of rainfall), while Sep is the driest. The annual average temperature is around 17.5°C, with roughly 606 mm of precipitation per year.
FAQ
How accurate is this forecast?
Forecasts use Open-Meteo, which blends leading national weather models (such as ECMWF, GFS and ICON). Hourly accuracy is high for the next 1–3 days and decreases further out, as with any forecast.
How often does the weather update?
The forecast is fetched live from the weather API each time you open the page, so you always see the latest available model run.
Can I switch between °C and °F?
Yes — use the °C / °F toggle above the current conditions. Your choice is remembered on this device.