Weather & Climate in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Edinburgh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
60°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 100.0 sq mi (259.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,881/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.9521°N, 3.1965°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
11 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.0.
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M3.0 | 80 km | 5 km |
| May 13, 2001 | 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom | M2.9 | 99 km | 12 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.8 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Mar 7, 1998 | 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 138 km | 9 km |
| Nov 30, 1997 | 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1995 | 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom | M2.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Nov 1, 2017 | 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom | M2.6 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Apr 24, 2000 | 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom | M2.6 | 134 km | 14 km |
| Jun 20, 2003 | 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 80 km | 4 km |
| Jan 9, 1990 | 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 105 km | 10 km |
| May 28, 2008 | 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom | M2.5 | 141 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in |
Edinburgh has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.9").