Weather in February in Lothian
Planning a journey to Lothian this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Lothian in February?
Lothian is a region in the United Kingdom. February in Lothian generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Edinburgh.
Precipitation
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Innerwick with an average of 67 mm to moderate rainfall in Bathgate with 95 mm.Average sunshine
The city Edinburgh usually sees around 81 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.For a closer look at February's conditions in Lothian, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Lothian's yearly weather, check out our Lothian climate page.
Where to go in Lothian in February
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Lothian?
Edinburgh
In February Edinburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Musselburgh
In February Musselburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Linlithgow
In February Linlithgow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
North Berwick
In February North Berwick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Livingston
In February Livingston generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is February the best time to visit Lothian?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Edinburgh, February may not be the ideal time to visit Lothian.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Edinburgh. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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