Scotland (Edinburgh) · July
Best travel monthPeak seasonScotland · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 7° (45°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)12 (54) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)14 (57) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)8 (46) | 3° (37°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)15 (59) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)14 (57) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 4° (39°)-4– (25–)11 (52) | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 3h UV 2 | 4h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 4h UV 4 | 2h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 6° (43°) | 6° (43°) | 7° (45°) | 9° (48°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 12° (54°) | 10° (50°) | 8° (46°) |
🌧Rain Days | 9d70mm (2.8") | 8d56mm (2.2") | 7d56mm (2.2") | 5d36mm (1.4") | 7d54mm (2.1") | 7d63mm (2.5") | 8d72mm (2.8") | 8d81mm (3.2") | 7d56mm (2.2") | 9d79mm (3.1") | 9d66mm (2.6") | 10d80mm (3.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Scotland (Edinburgh) — with 5 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 20°C (68°F).
Daytime highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 8 rain days (72 mm (2.8 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 16°C (61°F), the water is still quite cool in July — a wetsuit may be useful.
Layer up — warm days and cool evenings alternate. Perfect timing for hikes and sightseeing.
Long light evenings, daytime highs of 17 to 19°C (63 to 66°F) and, in August, the festivals: the Fringe, the Military Tattoo and the Book Festival fill every lane and every hotel bed. Come in June or July and you get nearly the same days with fewer crowds.
Packing list for Scotland (Edinburgh) in July
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Scotland (Edinburgh)?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Scotland (Edinburgh) (Climate Score: 61/100). Pleasant temperatures (20°C (68°F)), good sunshine (5 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Scotland (Edinburgh) in July?
- In July, Scotland (Edinburgh) sees daily highs of 20°C (68°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F).
- How much rain falls in Scotland (Edinburgh) in July?
- In July, Scotland (Edinburgh) receives an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Scotland (Edinburgh) get in July?
- Scotland (Edinburgh) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Scotland (Edinburgh) in July?
- Water temperature in Scotland (Edinburgh) in July averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
