Lothian Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lothian, the United Kingdom in August.

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Edinburgh Musselburgh Linlithgow North Berwick

Planning a trip to Lothian, the United Kingdom this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Lothian in August

Lothian, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. August in Lothian generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Dunbar at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Linlithgow at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Linlithgow and 13°C (55°F) in Dunbar.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lothian, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Innerwick with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Bathgate with 96 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Edinburgh as an example - it receives around 160 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October13°C (55°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Lothian →

Best Places to Visit in Lothian in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Lothian.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Lothian

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Lothian, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Lothian (August)

Precipitation variation in Lothian (August)

Edinburgh

In August Edinburgh generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Edinburgh →

Musselburgh

In August Musselburgh generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Musselburgh →

Linlithgow

In August Linlithgow generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Linlithgow →

North Berwick

In August North Berwick generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in North Berwick →

Livingston

In August Livingston generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
160 hours
128 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Livingston →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lothian in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Edinburgh 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Musselburgh 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Linlithgow 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
North Berwick 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Livingston 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Dunbar 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Lothian weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lothian, the United Kingdom in August?

Lothian, the United Kingdom typically experiences pleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Edinburgh average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Lothian, the United Kingdom in August?

Average temperatures in Lothian, the United Kingdom during August range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Edinburgh.

Does Lothian, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Lothian, the United Kingdom. Edinburgh averages only about 86 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Lothian, the United Kingdom?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Lothian, the United Kingdom with overall pleasant weather in Edinburgh. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in Edinburgh. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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