Weather radar Edinburgh
Real-time precipitation radar · Schottland · United Kingdom
Edinburgh climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Edinburgh shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 6.6° | 8.3° | 10.2° | 11.9° | 15.4° | 18° | 19.4° | 19.1° | 17° | 13.5° | 9.9° | 7.7° |
| Avg low (°C) | 2.5° | 3.9° | 4° | 4.6° | 8.3° | 10.9° | 12.7° | 12.6° | 10.6° | 8.7° | 5.3° | 3.7° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 64 | 67 | 61 | 52 | 63 | 46 | 70 | 62 | 69 | 110 | 80 | 96 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 17 | 12 | 16 |
| Sunshine hours | 104 | 129 | 211 | 275 | 312 | 339 | 312 | 290 | 218 | 143 | 103 | 70 |
| Humidity | 85% | 82% | 80% | 76% | 78% | 75% | 79% | 79% | 82% | 84% | 85% | 86% |
Best time to visit Edinburgh
The best time to visit Edinburgh is typically June. In this month the average high is 18°C, precipitation is 46 mm and sunshine duration is 339 hours. The annual average high is 13.1°C, total annual precipitation is 840 mm (158 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2506 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Edinburgh
How up to date is the weather radar for Edinburgh?
The weather radar for Edinburgh is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Edinburgh?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Edinburgh: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Edinburgh?
The thunderstorm potential for Edinburgh is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Edinburgh.
What is the climate like in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has an annual average high of 13.1°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 19.4°C), the coldest January (avg low 2.5°C). The wettest month is October with 110 mm, the driest June with 46 mm. Total annual precipitation is 840 mm (158 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2506 hours.
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