If you plan to visit Edinburgh in July, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +18°C during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 20 rainy days in the month and around 87 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
+6°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
87 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Edinburgh has OK weather in July.
Average temperature in Edinburgh in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Edinburgh for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +25°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in July averages around +18°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +17°C.
Is Edinburgh warm or cold in July?
Edinburgh is typically mild in July.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +16°C to +18°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +12°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
July is one of the warmest months in Edinburgh, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Edinburgh in July
Water in Edinburgh in July is Cold. It varies from +12°C to +16°C, with an average of +14°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +18°C.
The water temperature in July is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Edinburgh are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +15°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +7°C.
Can you swim in Edinburgh in July?
We would not recommend swimming in Edinburgh in July, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Edinburgh in July
Edinburgh weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+16°C
+18°C
+18°C
Min. temperature
+3°C
+6°C
+3°C
Max. temperature
+28°C
+30°C
+29°C
Rainfall
83 mm
87 mm
91 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C
+14°C
+15°C
Humidity
76%
78%
78%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
2
2
1
Cloudy days
8
8
8
Rainy days
19
20
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
July weather is still as ok as in June.It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +16°C to +18°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 83 mm to 87 mm.Humidity rises from 76% to 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 2 sunny days during the month.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Edinburgh in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Edinburgh is gradually decreasing during July, going from 6 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Edinburgh based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 84% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 131 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Edinburgh wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 63% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last July in Edinburgh?
This is the weather in Edinburgh in July 2023:
1 July
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+17°C
2 July
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+17°C
3 July
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+17°C
4 July
🌧️
+15°C
5 July
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+18°C
6 July
🌧️
+18°C
7 July
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+22°C
8 July
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+25°C
9 July
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+22°C
10 July
🌧️
+19°C
11 July
🌧️
+19°C
12 July
🌧️
+18°C
13 July
☀️
+18°C
14 July
🌧️
+18°C
15 July
🌧️
+20°C
16 July
☁️
+18°C
17 July
☁️
+18°C
18 July
☀️
+17°C
19 July
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+20°C
20 July
☀️
+17°C
21 July
🌧️
+18°C
22 July
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+15°C
23 July
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+15°C
24 July
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+16°C
25 July
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+17°C
26 July
🌧️
+18°C
27 July
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+18°C
28 July
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+22°C
29 July
🌧️
+17°C
30 July
🌧️
+18°C
31 July
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+17°C
In July 2023 Edinburgh had 8 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 16 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years
This is how Edinburgh climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Edinburgh in July has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+10°C) and the highest in 2014 (+13°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 701 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1741 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Edinburgh in July:
Is July a good time to visit Edinburgh?
It’s always a good time to visit Edinburgh, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Edinburgh in July?
July has mild temperatures in Edinburgh. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Edinburgh in July?
Swimming in Edinburgh in July is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Edinburgh rainy in July?
Edinburgh is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Edinburgh in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Edinburgh in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in United Kingdom
Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Edinburgh, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
