United Kingdom Edinburgh Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Edinburgh is very-high
August is very-high for Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh August Weather Stats
Avg High
19°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
13
70mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
13°C
swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Festival Fringe magical
- 3,500+ shows
- Edinburgh Military Tattoo
- Cultural peak
Cons
- Hotels triple+
- Tourist crush extreme
- Restaurant queues 30+ min
August Events & Festivals
- Edinburgh Festival Fringe Aug 1-25 (world's largest arts festival)
- Edinburgh Military Tattoo
Edinburgh in August — Full Picture
Edinburgh Festival Fringe — world's largest arts festival. 3,500+ shows. Hotels triple+. Book 6+ months ahead. Magical chaotic experience.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm + variable. T-shirt + light layers.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
12.3°C
5°C
12/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current18.3°C
10.3°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
13°C
6.7°C
13/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
7.3°C
1°C
14.7/mo
Edinburgh Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 1° | 16d·60mm | 1h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 1° | 13d·50mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 3° | 13d·50mm | 3h | 75% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 5° | 11d·40mm | 4h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak | |
| May (Best) | 15° | 7° | 12d·50mm | 5h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 17° | 9° | 12d·60mm | 6h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 19° | 11° | 12d·65mm | 5h | 73% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 19° | 11° | 13d·70mm | 5h | 75% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 16° | 9° | 12d·60mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Very busy | Peak |
| 13° | 7° | 13d·65mm | 3h | 80% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 10° | 4° | 14d·60mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 7° | 1° | 15d·60mm | 1h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Edinburgh?
Edinburgh in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in August?
Edinburgh August averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Edinburgh in August?
Edinburgh August averages 70mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Edinburgh in August?
Warm + variable. T-shirt + light layers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Edinburgh in August?
Edinburgh August sunrise is 05:25 and sunset is 20:55, with 15h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Edinburgh in August?
Edinburgh August air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Edinburgh in August?
In August, Edinburgh is great for Festival Fringe shows, Royal Mile street performers, Military Tattoo at Castle Esplanade.
Is August peak season in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.