Today in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East
8Very LowAcross the region, today's forecast ranges from 2 to 14. 0% of the region is forecast High or worse at some point today.
Midge map Today
- Very Low0–19
- Low20–39
- Moderate40–59
- High60–79
- Very High80–100
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Midge levels look low around Moray, Aberdeen & the North East this week, but a still, damp evening changes everything. These live in our rucksack from May to September.
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7-day midge forecast for around Aberdeen
| Day | Midge level | Worst hour | Best time outdoors | Dusk | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today27 Sep | 4Very Low | 18:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 5 18:54 | 10–15°C | 6–24 mph | 18.5 mm |
| Tomorrow28 Sep | 10Very Low | 19:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 12 18:51 | 8–16°C | 4–13 mph | 0 mm |
| Tuesday29 Sep | 1Very Low | 04:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 0 18:49 | 13–15°C | 14–23 mph | 0.5 mm |
| Wednesday30 Sep | 0Very Low | 04:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 0 18:46 | 15–16°C | 18–29 mph | 10.9 mm |
| Thursday1 Oct | 8Very Low | 06:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 4 18:43 | 11–16°C | 9–14 mph | 0 mm |
| Friday2 Oct | 3Very Low | 19:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 4 18:40 | 10–15°C | 10–15 mph | 0 mm |
| Saturday3 Oct | 6Very Low | 19:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 7 18:38 | 11–15°C | 6–17 mph | 9.5 mm |
Places in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East
Midges in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East
The North East is one of the least midgy parts of mainland Scotland. It is drier, sunnier and breezier, especially along the Moray and Aberdeenshire coasts. Woodland and riverside spots inland, such as Culbin Forest and the Speyside glens, can still have midges on muggy evenings.
Midge hotspots
- Inland woodland such as Culbin Forest and Speyside
- Riverbanks along the Spey, Deveron and Don on still evenings
Where to escape them
- The Moray coast: Lossiemouth, Findhorn, Cullen and Bow Fiddle Rock
- Aberdeen beach and the Aberdeenshire cliffs
- Most of the coastal trail in the daytime
When are midges worst in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East?
The typical midge level week by week, from our model run over 2023, 2024, 2025 weather at Aberdeen.
Midgiest weeks: w/c 20 Jul, w/c 27 Jul, w/c 13 Jul.
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Moray, Aberdeen & the North East midge FAQ
Are the midges bad in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East right now?
Today's forecast for Moray, Aberdeen & the North East is Very Low (8/100). Best time outdoors: 07:00–21:00. The forecast updates every three hours.
When is midge season in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East?
As across most of Scotland, midges in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East are usually active from late May until September, peaking in July and August. Calm, damp, overcast evenings are the worst.
Where can I avoid midges in Moray, Aberdeen & the North East?
Head for breezy, open ground. Local options include: The Moray coast: Lossiemouth, Findhorn, Cullen and Bow Fiddle Rock; Aberdeen beach and the Aberdeenshire cliffs. Midges struggle to fly in more than a light breeze.