Edinburgh
August
Weather in Edinburgh for August 2025
Your guide to Edinburgh weather in August - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Edinburgh at the beginning of August is 18 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 16.9 °C by the end of August.
Expect significant rainfall in Edinburgh during August, with an average of 20 rainy days.
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11
Dry days
20
Rainy days
0
Snow days
18°/11°
Temperatures
18 km/h
Avg max wind
81 %
Avg humidity
Edinburgh in August average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  19° | 2 18° | 3  18° | ||||
| 4  18° | 5 16° | 6 19° | 7 18° | 8 18° | 9 17° | 10 20° |
| 11 21° | 12  19° | 13 18° | 14 18° | 15 17° | 16 17° | 17 18° |
| 18 16° | 19 18° | 20 18° | 21 18° | 22 18° | 23 17° | 24 16° |
| 25 14° | 26 16° | 27 18° | 28  19° | 29 16° | 30 17° | 31  18° |
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Temperatures trend during August in Edinburgh
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August weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 19° /11° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 2 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /11° | 2.5 mm | 5 | |
| 3 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /9° | 3.5 mm | 4 | |
| 4 Aug. | Overcast | 18° /9° | 2.4 mm | 4 | |
| 5 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 16° /12° | 7.2 mm | 4 | |
| 6 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /9° | 5.4 mm | 4 | |
| 7 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /9° | 0.5 mm | 4 | |
| 8 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /10° | 5.2 mm | 4 | |
| 9 Aug. | Overcast | 17° /9° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 10 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 20° /12° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 11 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 21° /11° | 2 mm | 6 | |
| 12 Aug. | Heavy rain at times | 19° /12° | 5.1 mm | 4 | |
| 13 Aug. | Moderate rain at times | 18° /11° | 1.7 mm | 4 | |
| 14 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /9° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 15 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /10° | 9.4 mm | 4 | |
| 16 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /9° | 0.9 mm | 4 | |
| 17 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /10° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
| 18 Aug. | Overcast | 16° /10° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 18° /10° | 11.7 mm | 4 | |
| 20 Aug. | Overcast | 18° /11° | 2.2 mm | 5 | |
| 21 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /11° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 22 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /12° | 5.6 mm | 4 | |
| 23 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 5.9 mm | 4 | |
| 24 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /9° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| 25 Aug. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /9° | 6.2 mm | 4 | |
| 26 Aug. | Light rain shower | 16° /10° | 1.5 mm | 4 | |
| 27 Aug. | Overcast | 18° /11° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| 28 Aug. | Cloudy | 19° /8° | 2.1 mm | 4 | |
| 29 Aug. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 0.4 mm | 4 | |
| 30 Aug. | Light rain shower | 17° /7° | 0.7 mm | 5 | |
| 31 Aug. | Sunny | 18° /8° | 0 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Edinburgh in August is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Edinburgh forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Edinburgh in August - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Edinburgh during August?
Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 18° and cooler nights around 11°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.
How much rainfall should be expected in Edinburgh during August?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Edinburgh during August, with a total of 87.2 mm spread over approximately 20 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Edinburgh during August?
The average wind speed in Edinburgh during August is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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