Edinburgh in August usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +64°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 21 rainy days with an average precipitation of 91 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Edinburgh;
Average weather
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+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
91 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
21 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Edinburgh has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Edinburgh in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Edinburgh for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in August is +64°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +72°F during the day and a minimum of +46°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +61°F to +63°F.
Is Edinburgh warm or cold in August?
Edinburgh is typically mild in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +64°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +54°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
August is the hottest month in Edinburgh, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Edinburgh in August
Water in Edinburgh in August is Cold. It varies from +57°F to +61°F, with an average of +59°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +64°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Edinburgh are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +59°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +45°F.
Can you swim in Edinburgh in August?
We would not recommend swimming in Edinburgh in August, the water is very cold (+59°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Edinburgh in August
Edinburgh weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+64°F
+61°F
Min. temperature
+43°F
+37°F
+30°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+84°F
+77°F
Rainfall
87 mm
91 mm
73 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+58°F
+59°F
+58°F
Humidity
78%
78%
80%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
2
1
2
Cloudy days
8
8
9
Rainy days
20
21
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +64°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 87 mm to 91 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in July to 1 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Edinburgh in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Edinburgh is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Edinburgh based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 55%, leading to total precipitation of around 84 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Edinburgh, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Edinburgh wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 63% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Edinburgh?
This is the weather in Edinburgh in August 2023:
1 August
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+60°F
2 August
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+59°F
3 August
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+66°F
4 August
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+62°F
5 August
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+60°F
6 August
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+63°F
7 August
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+65°F
8 August
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+65°F
9 August
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+65°F
10 August
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+71°F
11 August
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+72°F
12 August
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+69°F
13 August
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+65°F
14 August
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+66°F
15 August
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+68°F
16 August
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+64°F
17 August
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+67°F
18 August
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+62°F
19 August
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+69°F
20 August
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+70°F
21 August
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+70°F
22 August
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+67°F
23 August
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+64°F
24 August
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+66°F
25 August
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+59°F
26 August
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+64°F
27 August
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+64°F
28 August
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+63°F
29 August
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+62°F
30 August
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+63°F
31 August
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+63°F
In August 2023 Edinburgh had 11 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Edinburgh climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Edinburgh in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+50°F) and the highest in 2014 (+55°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 701 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1741 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Edinburgh in August:
Is August a good time to visit Edinburgh?
It’s always a good time to visit Edinburgh, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Edinburgh in August?
August has mild temperatures in Edinburgh. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Edinburgh in August?
Swimming in Edinburgh in August is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Edinburgh rainy in August?
Edinburgh is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Edinburgh in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Edinburgh in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in United Kingdom
Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Edinburgh, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
