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Cairngorms — Aviemore Midge Forecast
Updated 5 jun, 4:21 pm · Next update 5 jun, 7:21 pm
The Index
6
High
Warm, humid or sheltered conditions mean midges are active at Cairngorms — Aviemore; repellent is recommended.
Tonight's peak
Peak activity tonight: 1:00am — 6/10
Recommendation
Smidge up. The wee beggars have been warned you're coming.
Apply repellent before going out. Avoid standing water at dusk.
48-hour activity chart
Weather data: Open-Meteo
5-day outlook
Fri 5 Jun
6/10
High
Apply repellent before going out. Avoid standing water at dusk.
Sat 6 Jun
7/10
Severe
Long sleeves, repellent essential. Avoid exposed areas between 7pm and 10pm.
Sun 7 Jun
6/10
High
Apply repellent before going out. Avoid standing water at dusk.
Mon 8 Jun
2/10
Low
No special precautions needed.
Tue 9 Jun
4/10
Moderate
Light repellent if spending time near water or forestry.
What to bring
Repellents that actually work in Scottish conditions
Smidge Repellent 75ml — 2 Pack
The dedicated Scottish default for high-risk dusk and woodland stops.
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Avon Skin So Soft Original Dry Oil Spray — 300ml Pack of 2
The reputation pick for lighter nuisance; not a dedicated repellent.
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Incognito Insect Repellent Spray — 100ml
A plant-based spray option to compare with Smidge and Avon.
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