We had been planning a trip with friends to Scotland for May next year, but now due to a college graduation they’ve asked that we move the trip to September. I’m wondering whether to do this or postpone until the following spring.
I know there will be much more daylight in May. Is the weather likely to be any warmer or about the same? What about the midge situation? Do things close down or offer restricted hours after summer ends?
Very tentative itinerary would be to spend a few days in Edinburgh and then take a train to Fort William, pick up a car, and spend a few nights somewhere in the Glencoe area. Our friends have never visited the highlands and want to do hiking, mountain biking, and just experience staying in the Highlands. They are also interested in taking the steam train.
After the first week our friends will leave and we plan to spend a second week spending a few days on Skye and a few days somewhere else (maybe another island or travel to Inverness and take a Rabies tour further north).
Any input on pros and cons for both times of year would be really helpful. Thanks!