Lothian Weather & Climate: the United Kingdom

Climate by month across Lothian, the United Kingdom, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Lothian

Whether you're visiting Lothian in the United Kingdom during the peak of July (19°C (66°F)) or the cooler months around January (7°C (45°F)), knowing what to pack starts with understanding the local climate. Our overview is based on data from Edinburgh, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Lothian offers pleasant conditions in July and August, with temperatures typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 19°C (66°F).

The colder period typically falls in the months of January, February, March and December.

When it comes to rainfall, Lothian maintains fairly consistent rainfall patterns throughout the year, with October seeing 88 mm (3.5 in) and April receiving 65 mm (2.6 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for May, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Lothian by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lothian - and find the best time to visit. (based on Edinburgh)

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Edinburgh Musselburgh Linlithgow North Berwick Livingston Dunbar
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Climate map of Lothian

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Edinburgh 8°C (46°F) 19°C (66°F) 2°C (36°F) 12°C (54°F) 933 mm (37 in) 1,428 hours
Musselburgh 8°C (46°F) 19°C (66°F) 3°C (37°F) 12°C (54°F) 960 mm (38 in) 1,428 hours
Linlithgow 8°C (46°F) 20°C (68°F) 2°C (36°F) 12°C (54°F) 1005 mm (40 in) 1,428 hours
North Berwick 8°C (46°F) 18°C (64°F) 3°C (37°F) 13°C (55°F) 921 mm (36 in) 1,428 hours
Livingston 7°C (45°F) 19°C (66°F) 2°C (36°F) 11°C (52°F) 1039 mm (41 in) 1,428 hours
Dunbar 8°C (46°F) 17°C (63°F) 4°C (39°F) 13°C (55°F) 881 mm (35 in) 1,428 hours

Places in Lothian, the United Kingdom

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