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You may be contemplating a trip to Scotland, and are wondering when the best time to visit is. Scotland has four definable seasons, just like other parts of the world, and each of them have their own unique weather.
The summer is considered the best time to visit, because the rainfall is at its lowest. (Scotland does get quite a bit of rain, but it is not constant, even during the wettest seasons.) However, if you want to make sure that you see less rain, then go to the summer.
Summer is the major tourist season, called the “high season” in Scotland, so prices are going to be higher. For this reason, you may want to consider visiting in the spring or fall.
Both seasons are good, both in terms of weather and crowds (or the lack thereof). The spring months are leading up to the “high season”, while it is beginning to wind down as fall approaches, so prices during both these seasons are still low, and crowds are still relatively small.
It is possible to visit Scotland in winter, although this is when you will encounter some of Scotland’s roughest weather. It rains and snows quite a bit during the winter, and the temperatures can be very raw. Combined with the dampness from the rain and snow, they can feel even colder than they actually are.
Still, a lot of people enjoy taking their vacations during the winter months. They don’t mind the weather, and manage to find plenty to do, even if there aren’t that many people to do it with.
Before you visit Scotland, take some time to tour England and see some of the charming English country cottages that still dot the countryside. Some of these are very old, while others are more modern, but they all have their own unique atmosphere.
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