Edinburgh weather in May
Long-run climate averages for Edinburgh, Scotland in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.
In May, Edinburgh averages 15°C by day and 9°C at night. The wettest month is usually October.
May in Edinburgh averages a daytime high of 15°C and an overnight low of 9°C, which reads as mild for this part of the world. Across the whole year Edinburgh sees roughly 1114 mm of precipitation.
Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Edinburgh forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.
Edinburgh weather by month
what to expect in Edinburgh through the yearHere is Edinburgh's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Edinburgh by season.