City in Scotland, United Kingdom
Edinburgh weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Edinburgh
May–Jun and Sep are mild and quieter; August Fringe is packed with prices doubling. Winters are cold and dark, though Hogmanay is a big event.
Edinburgh weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°74 mm
- Feb6°60 mm
- Mar8°60 mm
- Apr10°53 mm
- May14°60 mm
- Jun16°82 mm
- Jul18°91 mm
- Aug18°100 mm
- Sep16°64 mm
- Oct12°93 mm
- Nov8°79 mm
- Dec6°73 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C42°F | 2°C36°F | 74 mm | 94% | Cold |
| February | 6°C43°F | 2°C35°F | 60 mm | 92% | Cold |
| March | 8°C46°F | 2°C36°F | 60 mm | 89% | Cold |
| April | 10°C51°F | 4°C39°F | 53 mm | 86% | Cold |
| May | 14°C56°F | 7°C44°F | 60 mm | 83% | Cool |
| June | 16°C62°F | 10°C49°F | 82 mm | 84% | Cool |
| July | 18°C65°F | 12°C53°F | 91 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| August | 18°C64°F | 11°C52°F | 100 mm | 85% | Cool |
| September | 16°C60°F | 9°C49°F | 64 mm | 87% | Cool |
| October | 12°C54°F | 7°C45°F | 93 mm | 90% | Cool |
| November | 8°C47°F | 4°C40°F | 79 mm | 93% | Cold |
| December | 6°C43°F | 2°C36°F | 73 mm | 94% | Cold |
Best months across United Kingdom
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| London | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Edinburgh | May–Jun, Aug–Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Manchester | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Liverpool | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Oxford | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Bath | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Cambridge | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Glasgow | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Brighton | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Scottish Highlands | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Isle of Skye | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (15°C) |
| York | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (21°C) |
| Bristol | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Lake District | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (18°C) |
| Cornwall | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (18°C) |
| Cotswolds | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (22°C) |
| Belfast | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (17°C) |
| Cardiff | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (20°C) |
| Birmingham | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Newcastle | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
| Leeds | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (21°C) |
| Snowdonia | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (19°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Edinburgh?
May–Jun, Aug–Sep. May–Jun and Sep are mild and quieter; August Fringe is packed with prices doubling. Winters are cold and dark, though Hogmanay is a big event.
When is the rainy season in Edinburgh?
Rain peaks in August with about 100 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Edinburgh?
July, with average highs of 18°C (65°F).
How cold does Edinburgh get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 2°C (35°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.