Live Midge Forecast
Helensburgh Midge Forecast
Updated 5 jun, 4:19 pm · Next update 5 jun, 7:19 pm
The Index
1
Low
Moving air or poor midge conditions are keeping activity low at Helensburgh.
Tonight's peak
Peak activity tonight: 10:00pm — 7/10
Recommendation
The wee beggars are having a quiet one. Don't get used to it.
No special precautions needed.
48-hour activity chart
Weather data: Open-Meteo
5-day outlook
Fri 5 Jun
7/10
Severe
Long sleeves, repellent essential. Avoid exposed areas between 7pm and 10pm.
Sat 6 Jun
10/10
Extreme
Consider changing plans. If you must go out, full cover and repellent. Get back inside before dusk.
Sun 7 Jun
6/10
High
Apply repellent before going out. Avoid standing water at dusk.
Mon 8 Jun
4/10
Moderate
Light repellent if spending time near water or forestry.
Tue 9 Jun
5/10
High
Apply repellent before going out. Avoid standing water at dusk.
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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