Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High17.9°C
Low2.0°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
United Kingdom Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh experiences a temperate climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of 6°C / 43°F in February to a high of 18°C / 64°F in July.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 71 mm / 2.8 inches monthly, peaking in October (89 mm / 3.5 inches) and reaching its lowest in April (54 mm / 2.1 inches).
UV peaks in June (index 7) and drops to its lowest in December (index 1); regular sun protection is advisable in warmer months.
The longest days occur in June with around 17.5 hours of daylight, while December has the shortest days at about 7.1 hours.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Edinburgh.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
89 mm
October carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Moderate (4.1)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
7 hrsto17 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
16 km/h
February is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
78 %to87 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Edinburgh, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Edinburgh compares
See how it ranks against the rest of United Kingdom for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in United Kingdom
#9 / 10
COOLEST (AVG)
in United Kingdom
#3 / 10
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in United Kingdom
#5 / 10
WINDIEST (AVG)
in United Kingdom
#2 / 10
HIGHEST UV
in United Kingdom
#8 / 10
MOST HUMID
in United Kingdom
#4 / 10
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Edinburgh, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Edinburgh feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 12°C (54°F) and lows near 6°C (43°F). Conditions usually feel cool in the daytime and cold once the sun goes down. It tends to be on the cloudier side, with fewer blue-sky days.
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Edinburgh?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels are often high (around 7). Regular sunscreen and a hat are recommended.
Is Edinburgh a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 16 km/h (10 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 83 km/h (52 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Edinburgh get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.