Midge map Today
- Very Low0–19
- Low20–39
- Moderate40–59
- High60–79
- Very High80–100
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Midge protection essentials
Midge levels look low around Huntly 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 Huntly
| Day | Midge level | Worst hour | Best time outdoors | Dusk | Temp | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today26 Sep | 15Very Low | 17:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 16 19:00 | 10–16°C | 5–12 mph | 0 mm |
| Tomorrow27 Sep | 7Very Low | 17:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 11 18:57 | 9–15°C | 5–19 mph | 5.6 mm |
| Monday28 Sep | 12Very Low | 18:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 13 18:54 | 7–15°C | 4–11 mph | 0 mm |
| Tuesday29 Sep | 2Very Low | 06:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 0 18:51 | 9–14°C | 10–24 mph | 1.5 mm |
| Wednesday30 Sep | 0Very Low | 04:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 0 18:49 | 15–19°C | 13–22 mph | 4.5 mm |
| Thursday1 Oct | 3Very Low | 06:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 1 18:46 | 10–16°C | 11–18 mph | 0 mm |
| Friday2 Oct | 3Very Low | 19:00 | 07:00–21:00 | 4 18:43 | 9–14°C | 9–17 mph | 0 mm |
Nearby places
Midges vary a lot over short distances. Here is the forecast nearby for Today.
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
See the full Moray, Aberdeen & the North East midge forecast
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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Huntly midge FAQ
Are the midges bad in Huntly right now?
Today's forecast for Huntly is Very Low (15/100). Best time outdoors: 07:00–21:00. The forecast updates every three hours.
When is midge season in Huntly?
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.