Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Edinburgh, United Kingdom in August
🌡️ Avg high
18°C
🌙 Avg low
12°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~95 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#2 of 12
August in Edinburgh at a glance
August in Edinburgh is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 18°C and nights near 12°C. It is one of the warmer months of Edinburgh's year.
August is one of the wetter months in Edinburgh, with around 95 mm of rain - plan around showers.
What to pack for Edinburgh in August
Medium layers: long sleeves and a sweater
A light-to-medium jacket
A rain jacket or umbrella - this is one of the wetter months
Edinburgh - year at a glance
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Is August a good time to visit Edinburgh?
🧳 August is one of the most comfortable months to visit Edinburgh - daytime temperatures sit in a pleasant range and it's a good pick for sightseeing and time outdoors.
In August, Edinburgh averages a daytime high of about 18°C and a night-time low of around 12°C, based on recent historical data.
Does it rain in Edinburgh in August?
August is one of the wetter months in Edinburgh, with around 95 mm of rain - plan around showers.
Is August a good time to visit Edinburgh?
August is one of the most comfortable months to visit Edinburgh - daytime temperatures sit in a pleasant range and it's a good pick for sightseeing and time outdoors.