Scotland - The best wet small country in the world

The early summer has been the wettest since records began more than 240 years ago, the Met Office has confirmed. Figures covering three months up to 23 July show more than 387mm (15.2in) of rain fell. That is more than double the average of 186mm (7.3in) for the period, resulting in two bouts of devastating floods in parts of Scotland in June and July. August has been even worse. The previous biggest summer deluge since records started in 1766 came in 1789 when almost 350mm (13.8in) fell.

I have been drenched on several occasions but am happy to have had ny Waterproof Paper Notebook to keep my records. I just write on it with an ordinary pencil.

The good news is that it has been great for some of the plants and scenery. If you get a chance go and visit Argyll in the next few weeks and see some of the fantastic colours.