Monthly weather overview

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A quick, year-round overview of monthly and seasonal weather in Edinburgh. Use this page to get a feel for which months and seasons match your travel style.

Edinburgh weather at a glance

  • Edinburgh often feels driven by **wind + frequent drizzle/showers + cloud cover**. Even when temperatures look mild, wind can drop perceived comfort quickly.
  • Winter discomfort is usually about short daylight, wind, and dampness more than extreme cold. Summer is generally mild, but evenings can feel cool—layers matter.
  • Rain can be intermittent or a long drizzle. In wind, a hooded rain shell is often more practical than relying on an umbrella.
  • Hills and exposed viewpoints (Old Town, Arthur’s Seat) can feel windier than street-level routes.
  • For packing, think “windy vs calm” and “wet vs dry day” more than a single seasonal label.
Dec · Jan · Feb

Winter (windy + short days): wind and dampness drive comfort

Avg low 0–3°C / high 6–9°C · Rainy days: 11–17 / ~45–75 mm

  • Drizzle/showers can make damp-cool feel persistent.
  • Wind can drop perceived temperature fast.
  • Short daylight makes evenings feel colder quickly.

Suggested outfits

  • · Hooded waterproof coat/jacket
  • · Layers + light warmth
  • · Traction shoes for wet pavement

A note for travelers

In winter, warmth works best when paired with wind and rain protection.

Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Nov

Shoulder seasons (changeable and cool-leaning): pleasant when clear, chilly when windy/wet

Avg low 4–9°C / high 10–15°C · Rainy days: 9–15 / ~40–75 mm

  • Sun doesn’t always mean warm—wind can keep it cool.
  • Showers can come and go within the same day.
  • Evenings can cool quickly; layers help.

Suggested outfits

  • · Thin waterproof/windbreaker
  • · Layering pieces (long sleeves/light knit)
  • · Compact umbrella option

A note for travelers

A thin windproof layer is often the most-used item in these months.

Jun · Jul · Aug

Summer (mild + long daylight): pleasant days, cool evenings

Avg low 11–14°C / high 17–20°C (occasional warmer spikes) · Rainy days: 8–13 / ~45–75 mm

  • Even in mid-summer, evenings can feel chilly with wind.
  • Rain doesn’t disappear—light waterproofing helps.
  • Long outdoor days make layering more important.

Suggested outfits

  • · T-shirts/light long sleeves + thin outer layer
  • · Light rain shell option
  • · Walking shoes with traction

A note for travelers

Summer often rewards ‘light by day, one extra layer by night’.

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