Best time to travel to Scotland

Visiting Scotland during the spring is a delight for nature lovers. The landscapes of the Scottish countryside bloom into life as they emerge from the gloom of winter. Spring temperatures range from 7 to 13 degrees Celsius and the diverse weather conditions ensure unforgettable ever-changing landscapes. Spring is also known as 'Whisky Season' in Scotland, the perfect time to visit if you're a fan of the Scottish water of life. The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival takes place in late-April and the Highland Whisky Festival is also hosted around this time.

Spring in Scotland is also a time of new life in the natural world. You can enjoy wildlife spotting in the Highlands and along the coast during the Spring. At this time of year, you might be lucky enough to see puffins, ospreys and even seals, along the rugged Scottish coastline. Spring is considered one of the best times to visit Scotland, especially if you enjoy outdoor pursuits.

June, July and August mark the height of the Scottish summer. This is the most popular time of year to visit Scotland. With average temperatures of 15 degrees, summer in Scotland isn't hot, but pleasant enough to enjoy the longer, brighter days. In the most northerly reaches of the country, daylight can last until 11 pm in the summer! Hiking, cycling and boating are popular during the summer months. National parks such as The Trossachs and Cairngorms become busy at this time of year, as visitors come to soak up the immaculate landscapes.

Summer is also festival season in Scotland, with the famous Edinburgh Festival taking place in August. Attracting visitors from across the globe, this arts and culture festival is the largest of its kind. Accommodation prices are higher in the summer and you can expect the major cities to be particularly busy. Nevertheless, there's nothing quite like a Scottish summer, making the high season a good time to travel to Scotland.

Fall is one of the best times to visit Scotland. This is due to the predictable weather, cheaper prices and the proliferation of colorful fall leaves, transforming the Highlands into a palette of orange and gold. The forests of Perthshire and Stirlingshire are the best places to enjoy the beautiful colours of fall in September and October. Temperatures range from 5 to 14 degrees Celsius at this time of year, warm enough to enjoy the spellbinding fall landscapes. As the trees come ablaze with colour, you can also spot a variety of wildlife. Red deer are prominent in the fall as it is rutting season for the majestic Scottish stags.