United Kingdom Edinburgh Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Edinburgh is high
October is high for Edinburgh.
Cool autumn + foliage peak + atmospheric Old Town. Halloween Old Town magical.
Travel score
Edinburgh October Weather Stats
Avg High
13°C
Avg Low
7°C
Rainy Days
13
65mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
high
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
11°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
11°C
Nighttime
5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 13°C pleasant
- Autumn foliage peak
- Shoulder pricing
- Halloween Old Town atmosphere
Cons
- Daylight 11h
- Variable weather
October Events & Festivals
- Autumn foliage peak
- Halloween Old Town atmospheric
Edinburgh in October — Full Picture
Cool autumn + foliage peak + atmospheric Old Town. Halloween Old Town magical.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
12.3°C
5°C
12/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
18.3°C
10.3°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current13°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 October a good time to visit Edinburgh?
Edinburgh in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in October?
Edinburgh October averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C.
Does it rain much in Edinburgh in October?
Edinburgh October averages 65mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Edinburgh in October?
Cool autumn. Light coat + sweater.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Edinburgh in October?
Edinburgh October sunrise is 07:25 and sunset is 18:15, with 10h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Edinburgh in October?
Edinburgh October air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Edinburgh in October?
In October, Edinburgh is great for Edinburgh Castle, Real Mary King's Close (atmospheric), Whisky bars warming.
Is October peak season in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.