Temperature in Lothian in May

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

Lothian, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences moderate average maximum daytime temperatures in May, ranging from 13°C (55°F) in Dunbar to 15°C (59°F) in Linlithgow. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Linlithgow and 8°C (46°F) in Dunbar.

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

Explore the map below to discover average May temperatures at the top destinations in Lothian. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Lothian in May

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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 May: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Lothian temperatures in May: frequently asked questions

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

Edinburgh averages a daytime high of 15°C (59°F) in May, which is moderate for Lothian, the United Kingdom.

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

Edinburgh sees nighttime lows close to 7°C (45°F) in May.

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

According to our recent database analysis, Linlithgow is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 15°C (59°F) and rarely drops below 7°C (45°F) during the night.

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

Our database indicates that in May, Dunbar is the city with the coolest temperatures in Lothian, the United Kingdom. You can expect daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows close to 8°C (46°F).

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

Edinburgh enjoys approximately 193 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

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