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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Public Journal weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.

☁️16°C
OvercastWemyss BayFeels like 16° · Wind 12 km/h · Humidity 95%
UV 1 LowSunrise 05:18Sunset 21:34
Today🌦️16°11°💧98%
Thu🌦️16°11°💧89%
Fri🌦️15°💧97%
Sat🌦️18°10°💧64%
Sun☁️19°12°💧37%
Mon☁️21°💧49%
Tue☁️18°12°💧49%

Live data from Open-Meteo · updates automatically ·

For Wemyss Bay today, the live forecast above shows a mainly dry and bright spell typical of the early-autumn transition, with patchy cloud building from the west later. Temperatures near seasonal average and a light westerly breeze keep conditions fresh along the Firth of Clyde coast.

What is the outlook for Wemyss Bay over the next week?

The coming days bring a mix of weak weather fronts crossing from the Atlantic. Wemyss Bay will see occasional rain, especially midweek, but also some drier, brighter interludes. Winds stay light to moderate, mainly south-westerly. The wemyss bay weather 14 days trend suggests high pressure building towards the weekend, bringing more settled conditions.

How reliable are forecasts for this coastal location?

Being on the Clyde estuary, Wemyss Bay can experience localised sea-breeze effects and low cloud that the broader models sometimes miss. The wemyss bay weather met office data is generally reliable for direction, though the 21 day weather forecast wemyss bay carries lower confidence beyond ten days. For detailed planning, check the wemyss bay weather bbc page which includes hourly breakdowns for the promenade and pier area.

Coastal locationOn the eastern shore of the Firth of Clyde, south of Greenock and north of Largs
October average high13°C, with overnight lows around 8°C
Prevailing windSouth-westerly, occasionally bringing hill fog from the Arrochar Alps
Sunshine hoursAround three hours daily in early autumn, increasing to five by mid-October
Does Wemyss Bay often get sea fog?

Yes, especially in spring and early autumn when the sea is cooler than the land. The fog usually burns off by late morning but can linger, reducing visibility along the A78 coastal road and the railway line to Gourock.

What’s the best time to visit Wemyss Bay for outdoor activities?

Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) offer the most settled spells. The coast path and the ferry terminal to Rothesay are best enjoyed in light winds and dry conditions, as shown in the live forecast above.

How does the weather compare with inland Inverclyde?

Wemyss Bay tends to be a degree or two cooler than Greenock town centre due to the sea breeze, but also less prone to the heavy showers that build over the hills behind Port Glasgow.

For the wider Scottish picture, see our Glasgow Weather page. For ten-day details across the UK, visit the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK. And for other coastal communities, Liverpool Weather offers a similar sea-influence pattern.