Edinburgh in august: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Edinburgh in august 2025
The weather in Edinburgh in the month of august comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also by using the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout august
tolerable weather
Weather at 6am
54°F
Partly Cloudy
28% of time
19%
17%
16%
Weather at 12pm
63°F
Moderate rain at times
35% of time
24%
22%
11%
Weather at 6pm
61°F
Moderate rain at times
49% of time
17%
16%
11%
Weather at 3am
54°F
29%
23%
16%
15%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Edinburgh in august
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Edinburgh in august.
The climate of Edinburgh in august is tolerable
Summer days in Scotland are characterized by relatively abundant rainfall. As the temperatures are slightly mild, barely warm, the weather in Edinburgh throughout August is far from ideal. In fact, one should expect many rainy days and only a few sunny days.
Edinburgh at the Beginning of August
Much of the beginning of the month is dominated by the rainy and relatively mild days that are rather numerous. As the mornings are often misty, the beautiful days entirely sunny are rare. For this reason, one must also rely on the cloudy but dry days to enjoy the good weather.
Edinburgh in the Middle of August
Climatic conditions in mid-August are virtually identical to those at the beginning of the month and translate into many rainy and mild days. Temperatures stagnate around 17° C, even at the best hours of day. However, it is preferable for people who are sensitive to freshness to wear a light sweater so that they can feel comfortable.
Edinburgh at the End of August
The climate throughout August in Edinburgh degrades even more, following the fall in temperatures which makes the days even cooler. Furthermore, due to the rains that continue to show at any time of the day, weather is hardly conducive to outdoor activities.
August: another location in Scotland?
If you want to go to Scotland in august, there are destinations with better weather than Edinburgh:
In august, Aberdeen, Inverness, Dundee, Eyemouth, Isle of Whithorn and Kirkcudbright have good weather.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Edinburgh in august
Check below seasonal norms These datas are set from the weather statements of the past years of august.
August | |||||
Outside temperature | |||||
Average temperature | 59°F | ||||
Highest temperature | 65°F | ||||
Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||||
Highest record temperature | 77°F (2019) | ||||
Lowest record temperature | 43°F (2012) | ||||
Number of days at +65°F | 14 day(s) (45%) | ||||
Sea temperature | |||||
Average sea temperature | 60°F | ||||
Lowest sea temperature | 58°F | ||||
Highest sea temperature | 62°F | ||||
Wind | |||||
Wind speed | 19km/h | ||||
Wind temperature | 52°F | ||||
Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
Rainfall | 5.4in | ||||
Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (28%) | ||||
Record daily rainfall | 1.5in (2020) | ||||
Other climate data | |||||
Humidity | 93% | ||||
Visibility | 8.46km | ||||
Cloud cover | 56% | ||||
UV index | 4 | ||||
Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||||
Sunrise and sunset | |||||
Time of sunrise | 04:44 | ||||
Time of sunset | 19:49 | ||||
Length of day | 15:05 | ||||
Our opinion about the weather in august | |||||
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
How was the weather last august?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Edinburgh in august 2024:
58°F to 70°F
58°F to 70°F
50°F to 63°F
52°F to 65°F
61°F to 67°F
58°F to 67°F
56°F to 65°F
56°F to 63°F
56°F to 65°F
56°F to 65°F
50°F to 68°F
58°F to 65°F
54°F to 63°F
49°F to 68°F
56°F to 59°F
52°F to 63°F
54°F to 63°F
52°F to 63°F
50°F to 61°F
54°F to 59°F
50°F to 59°F
59°F to 61°F
50°F to 61°F
52°F to 59°F
50°F to 58°F
54°F to 61°F
59°F to 65°F
58°F to 67°F
50°F to 61°F
49°F to 65°F
50°F to 65°F
Map: other cities in Scotland in august
Cities near Edinburgh:
Musselburgh in august | tolerable weather |
Burntisland in august | good weather |
Prestonpans in august | good weather |
Cockenzie in august | good weather |
Kirkcaldy in august | good weather |
Dunfermline in august | tolerable weather |
Livingston in august | tolerable weather |
Glenrothes in august | good weather |
Bo'ness in august | tolerable weather |
Methil in august | good weather |
North Berwick in august | good weather |
Falkirk in august | tolerable weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in august.
Weather data for Edinburgh in august:
Weather data for Edinburgh for august are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Edinburgh. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Edinburgh can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Edinburgh.