Scotland weather

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The weather guide for Scotland shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by MeteoBlue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Which is the hottest month in Scotland?

The hottest time of year in Edinburgh, Scotland is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 18°C.

Which month has the most rain in Scotland?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Edinburgh, Scotland with 73mm on average. There are normally 18 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Scotland?

The sunniest time of year in Edinburgh, Scotland is normally May with bright sunshine on average for 33% of daylight hours; that's 5 hours of sunshine per day.