What’s the climate like in Edinburgh?
The current climate of Edinburgh features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 19°C during the day to lows of 6°C. The average yearly temperature is around 13°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 1°C and in the warmer months around 11°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Edinburgh in recent years was 28°C in June 2018. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -4°C in March 2018.
On average, Edinburgh gets 953 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 40 cm is snowfall. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
Best time to visit Edinburgh?
The best time to visit Edinburgh for pleasant to warm weather is June through September. There might be some rain during this period, but the temperatures are just right for exploring Edinburgh.
Climate Table of Edinburgh
The climate table of Edinburgh shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 6 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 19 | 16 | 17 | 13 | 10 | 8 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 108 | 71 | 133 | 33 | 60 | 76 | 69 | 93 | 55 | 92 | 68 | 95 |
| Snow (cm) | 12 | 5,5 | 15 | 2,1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,1 | 0,2 | 4,8 |
| UV Index | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 13°C
- Highest temperature: 19°C in July
- Lowest temperature: 6°C in January
- Precipitation*: 953 mm per year, averaging 79 mm per month
- Snowfall: 40 cm per year
- Driest months: 33 mm in April, 55 mm in September and 60 mm in May
- Wettest months: 133 mm in March, 108 mm in January and 95 mm in December
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Edinburgh
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Edinburgh, Scotland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Edinburgh
This graph shows how much precipitation Edinburgh, Scotland, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Edinburgh
This graph shows how much snow Edinburgh, Scotland, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Edinburgh
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Edinburgh, Scotland. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Edinburgh
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Edinburgh, Scotland. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Edinburgh
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Edinburgh, Scotland, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Edinburgh
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Edinburgh, Scotland, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Edinburgh
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June in Edinburgh was surprisingly mild with temperatures around 15 degrees Celsius. However, there were many cloudy days, although the rain was generally light and bearable. Don't miss the waterproof jacket!— This text is automatically translated to English
Despite some cold and rainy days, there were also some surprisingly sunny moments. The temperature fluctuated somewhere between 5 and 10 degrees. Make sure to bring warm, waterproof clothes!— This text is automatically translated to English
Rain and sometimes icy winds made it difficult to be outside. But the atmosphere was great, especially as Christmas lights shone everywhere.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Edinburgh experienced unpredictable weather in September with rain, clouds and little sunshine. Air temperatures were mostly moderate: from 11 to 18 degrees. Bring a mackintosh and leave your umbrella at home: the wind can be strong!— This text is automatically translated to English
Bring a good coat as it rains often and without warning. If you like cool temperatures and spectacular clouds, you will enjoy the weather here. This gives this beautiful city a mystical atmosphere.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although there were occasional sunny moments, it was mostly pretty gloomy. Don't forget warm clothes and an umbrella!— This text is automatically translated to English
Jumps from bright sunshine to brief showers are not uncommon. The wind makes it a bit chilly, but the spring colours make it look charming. Don't forget your umbrella and dress in layers!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Edinburgh by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Edinburgh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
