Climate of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Area-weighted average across Edinburgh. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Edinburgh, a subdivision of United Kingdom, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.2°C / 37.8°F in January to 14.6°C / 58.3°F in July, with rainfall from 46 mm / 1.8 in to 78 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (761 mm / 30 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3.2°C37.8°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| February | 3.5°C38.3°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| March | 5.1°C41.2°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| April | 6.8°C44.2°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| May | 9.8°C49.6°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
| June | 12.6°C54.7°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| July | 14.6°C58.3°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| August | 14.3°C57.7°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 11.9°C53.4°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| October | 9°C48.2°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| November | 5.6°C42.1°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 4°C39.2°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
Edinburgh, United Kingdom does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 14.6°C / 58.3°F, and the driest is April at 46 mm / 1.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Edinburgh?
Edinburgh, United Kingdom has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.2°C / 37.8°F in January to 14.6°C / 58.3°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 761 mm / 30 in, with the wettest month being October (78 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest April (46 mm / 1.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Edinburgh?
The hottest month in Edinburgh is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.6°C / 58.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Edinburgh?
The coldest month in Edinburgh is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.2°C / 37.8°F.
When does it rain most in Edinburgh?
The wettest month in Edinburgh is October, averaging about 78 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is April with about 46 mm / 1.8 in.