Scottish temperatures top 25C on warmest September day
- Parts of Scotland have recorded temperatures reaching 25C, with Kinlochewe being the hottest at 25.2C.
- This warmth follows a wet summer, with August being the third wettest on record in western Scotland.
- The recent high temperatures highlight significant weather changes and raise questions about climate variability.
September has brought unusually high temperatures to Scotland, with parts of the country experiencing warmth comparable to that of Spain. Kinlochewe in Wester Ross recorded the highest temperature in the UK at 25.2C, while Aviemore reached 25C, Altnaharra hit 24C, and Glasgow recorded 23C. This marks the warmest September day since 2019, showcasing a significant weather shift after a notably wet summer. The previous week had seen arctic air bringing snow to Scotland's highest mountains, contrasting sharply with the recent warmth. On Tuesday, Kirkwall in Orkney recorded 21.4C, the highest temperature for that time of year since 1998, while Wick in Caithness reached 22.3C, a seasonal high dating back to 1930. These temperatures highlight a remarkable change in weather patterns across the region. Despite the recent warmth, the Met Office reported that August was cooler than average and particularly wet, with western Scotland experiencing its third wettest August on record. This unusual weather pattern raises questions about climate variability and its impact on seasonal temperatures. The current warm spell may provide a brief respite from the cooler conditions typically expected in September, but it also underscores the unpredictability of weather in Scotland. As the country transitions into autumn, the implications of these temperature fluctuations on local ecosystems and communities will be closely monitored.