Edinburgh weather in July (Lothian, United Kingdom)

What can you expect from the weather in Edinburgh during July? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In July, Edinburgh typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. July is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 19°C, while night temperatures can drop to 12°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Edinburgh in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 14 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area enjoys a balanced 160 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, July is a great time to visit. July and August generally stand out with 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 July

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Water Temperature 13°C *  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 83 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 78% *  

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 July

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in July and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 July?

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 July.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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