The Scottish Midge Forecast
The Scottish Midge Forecast
Keep one step ahead of midges
The Scottish Midge Forecast is created using data collected from biting midge traps and mini-weather stations across Scotland.
This is extended using weather forecast data, giving you a big picture view of midge levels across Scotland throughout the season.
Get ready for your next adventure. SMIDGE UP and get out there!
How to read the forecast
We use a scale of 1 to 5 depending on the number of biting midges there are. With level 5 being the most annoying.
Click a midge on the map to see the five day forecast for that area.
 | No flies on me! |
 | Mostly midge free |
 | Time to make yourself repellent! |
 | That’s no mist, that’s midges! |
 | Smidge up and be thankful! |