Isle of Wight travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Isle of Wight with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Isle of Wight.

Isle of Wight travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the Isle of Wight with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Isle of Wight - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Pound Sterling
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left
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Isle of Wight weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
8°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Isle of Wight8
8°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Isle of Wight8
10°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Isle of Wight10
12°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Isle of Wight12
16°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Isle of Wight16
19°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Isle of Wight19
21°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Isle of Wight21
21°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Isle of Wight21
18°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Isle of Wight18
15°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Isle of Wight15
11°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Isle of Wight11
9°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Isle of Wight9
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
17 days with some rainfall in January in Isle of Wight17
13 days with some rainfall in February in Isle of Wight13
15 days with some rainfall in March in Isle of Wight15
12 days with some rainfall in April in Isle of Wight12
13 days with some rainfall in May in Isle of Wight13
10 days with some rainfall in June in Isle of Wight10
9 days with some rainfall in July in Isle of Wight9
11 days with some rainfall in August in Isle of Wight11
12 days with some rainfall in September in Isle of Wight12
14 days with some rainfall in October in Isle of Wight14
15 days with some rainfall in November in Isle of Wight15
16 days with some rainfall in December in Isle of Wight16
Sea temperature °C
8°C sea temperature in January in Isle of Wight8
7°C sea temperature in February in Isle of Wight7
7°C sea temperature in March in Isle of Wight7
9°C sea temperature in April in Isle of Wight9
11°C sea temperature in May in Isle of Wight11
14°C sea temperature in June in Isle of Wight14
17°C sea temperature in July in Isle of Wight17
18°C sea temperature in August in Isle of Wight18
17°C sea temperature in September in Isle of Wight17
15°C sea temperature in October in Isle of Wight15
13°C sea temperature in November in Isle of Wight13
10°C sea temperature in December in Isle of Wight10

The Isle of Wight weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Ryde.

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Isle of Wight travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Isle of Wight from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Isle of Wight.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Isle of Wight travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Isle of Wight with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Isle of Wight, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Isle of Wight covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the Isle of Wight with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Isle of Wight FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Isle of Wight including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

What is the time difference between the Isle of Wight and the UK?

The time difference between the Isle of Wight and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the Isle of Wight?

The main language spoken in the Isle of Wight is English.

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What is the currency in the Isle of Wight?

The currency in the Isle of Wight is the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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Which plugs are used in the Isle of Wight?

Isle of Wight uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the Isle of Wight?

They drive on the left side of the road in the Isle of Wight.

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