Temperature in Lothian in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Lothian, the United Kingdom this August.

Lothian, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 17°C (63°F) in Dunbar to 19°C (66°F) in Linlithgow. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Linlithgow and 13°C (55°F) in Dunbar. In August, it is summer.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Lothian, the United Kingdom in August?

Find the average daytime temperatures in August for the most popular destinations in Lothian on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Lothian in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Lothian temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Lothian, the United Kingdom in August?

Edinburgh averages a daytime high of 19°C (66°F) in August, which is pleasant for Lothian, the United Kingdom.

How cold does it get at night in Lothian, the United Kingdom in August?

Nighttime temperatures in Edinburgh typically drop to around 12°C (54°F) in August.

What is the warmest city in August in Lothian, the United Kingdom?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Linlithgow is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 19°C (66°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 11°C (52°F).

What is the coldest city in August in Lothian, the United Kingdom?

For the month of August, Dunbar is the most temperate city in Lothian, the United Kingdom based on our records. Highs average 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 13°C (55°F).

How much sun does Lothian, the United Kingdom get in August?

Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 160 hours of sunlight anticipated in Edinburgh. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

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