Edinburgh weather in August (Lothian, United Kingdom)

Looking to travel to Edinburgh in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Edinburgh generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.

Edinburgh in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 16 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 160 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Edinburgh. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Edinburgh climate page with graphs.

 

Edinburgh, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Water Temperature 13°C *  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 160 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 31% *  

* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in August

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Edinburgh in August?

For visitors traveling to Edinburgh, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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