Best Time to Visit Edinburgh
Best time: Jul, Aug, Jun, May.
Jul is warmest (19.3°C high); Oct is rainiest (67 mm).
Edinburgh weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.4 | 0.7 | 61 | 0.8 |
| Feb | 6.7 | 0.9 | 43 | 1.8 |
| Mar | 8.8 | 2.1 | 53 | 3.5 |
| Apr | 10.9 | 3.3 | 41 | 5.5 |
| May | 14.4 | 5.8 | 49 | 7.4 |
| Jun | 17.3 | 8.8 | 54 | 7.7 |
| Jul | 19.3 | 10.8 | 57 | 7.1 |
| Aug | 18.9 | 10.5 | 56 | 5.9 |
| Sep | 15.9 | 8.5 | 61 | 4.1 |
| Oct | 12.6 | 5.9 | 67 | 2.3 |
| Nov | 9 | 2.9 | 56 | 1.1 |
| Dec | 7.1 | 1.6 | 59 | 0.6 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulAugJunMay
Beaches: JulAugJunMay
Hiking: MayJunJulAug
Sightseeing: JulJunAugMay
Edinburgh quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
Jul, Aug, Jun, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Oct, about 67 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 19.3°C.
Where to stay
See Edinburgh hotels · Book Edinburgh tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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