Edinburgh
May
Weather in Edinburgh for May 2025
Your guide to Edinburgh weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Edinburgh at the beginning of May is 12 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 15.4 °C by the end of May.
Edinburgh experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 79.1 mm.
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8
Dry days
23
Rainy days
0
Snow days
14°/7°
Temperatures
17 km/h
Avg max wind
81 %
Avg humidity
Edinburgh in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  13° | 2 12° | 3 10° | 4  11° | |||
| 5 12° | 6 13° | 7 13° | 8  14° | 9 16° | 10 15° | 11 15° |
| 12 15° | 13 14° | 14  13° | 15 14° | 16 13° | 17 16° | 18 16° |
| 19  15° | 20 15° | 21 13° | 22 14° | 23 13° | 24 15° | 25 15° |
| 26 14° | 27 15° | 28 15° | 29 16° | 30 16° | 31  17° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Edinburgh
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /5° | 1.2 mm | 3 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /5° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 5.6 mm | 3 | |
| 4 May | Moderate rain at times | 11° /5° | 2.8 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /4° | 0.7 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May | Moderate rain at times | 13° /5° | 4.9 mm | 3 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /5° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 8 May | Heavy rain at times | 14° /5° | 4.6 mm | 3 | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 1.7 mm | 4 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /7° | 2.8 mm | 3 | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 3.8 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Moderate rain at times | 15° /7° | 5.2 mm | 3 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
| 14 May | Cloudy | 13° /7° | 1.8 mm | 3 | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /6° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /6° | 4.3 mm | 3 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /6° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| 18 May | Moderate rain at times | 16° /7° | 1 mm | 4 | |
| 19 May | Overcast | 15° /7° | 0.6 mm | 4 | |
| 20 May | Moderate rain at times | 15° /6° | 2 mm | 4 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /7° | 3.5 mm | 3 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /7° | 6.6 mm | 3 | |
| 23 May | Heavy rain at times | 13° /7° | 6.4 mm | 3 | |
| 24 May | Heavy rain at times | 15° /7° | 2.9 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /6° | 2.1 mm | 4 | |
| 26 May | Moderate rain at times | 14° /6° | 4.1 mm | 4 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 15° /7° | 0.3 mm | 4 | |
| 28 May | Overcast | 15° /6° | 1.1 mm | 4 | |
| 29 May | Overcast | 16° /7° | 3.5 mm | 4 | |
| 30 May | Overcast | 16° /7° | 2 mm | 4 | |
| 31 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /7° | 0.7 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Edinburgh in May 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 May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Edinburgh during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 14° and lows near 7°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Edinburgh during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Edinburgh during May, with a total of 79.1 mm spread over approximately 23 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in Edinburgh during May?
The average wind speed in Edinburgh during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Edinburgh
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