What is the weather like in Kirkwall?

Orkney’s maritime climate prevents temperatures from dropping too much in winter (it rarely snows) but stops it getting very hot in summer. Winds get very strong—hold onto your canvas when setting up camp. Whilst wild camping is allowed in Scotland, Orkney is not the best place for it, as a high percentage of land is farmland. You can also explore different options for camping near Kirkwall on Hipcamp.