July weather forecast
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh in Scotland, United Kingdom, across from the lovely Princess Street Gardens
Edinburgh in Scotland, United Kingdom, across from the lovely Princess Street Gardens

Weather in July

July in Edinburgh is the apex of summer, making it one of the warmest months and a popular time for tourists. The city experiences its highest average temperature in July at 17.2°C (63°F), which is agreeable for several outdoor activities. Taking into account the less aggressive winds, this month is suitable for taking part in various summer festivals. As a tourist hotspot, July is a period of vibrant cultural activities intertwined with the city's sunny weather.

Temperature

In Edinburgh, the month of July is known for its highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 17.2°C (63°F) and a low of 10.4°C (50.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July is 85%.

Rainfall

In Edinburgh, during July, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Edinburgh, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 512mm (20.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In July, the average sea temperature in Edinburgh is 14.4°C (57.9°F).
Note: While a brief time in 14.4°C (57.9°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is already bracing, plunging below 10°C (50°F) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day in Edinburgh is 16h and 55min.
On the first day of July in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 4:32 am and sunset at 10:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:21 pm BST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Edinburgh?

July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, with an average high-temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) and an average low-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F).

What is the usual temperature for Edinburgh in July?

July temperatures in Edinburgh vary between a high-temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) and a low-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F).

What is the average humidity in July in Edinburgh?

The average relative humidity in July is 85%.

How many days does it rain in July in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, United Kingdom, in July, during 22.1 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the water temperature in July in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, in July, the average water temperature is 14.4°C (57.9°F). Swimming in 14.4°C (57.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in July in Edinburgh?

The average day length in July is 16h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Edinburgh?

On the first day of July, sunrise is at 4:32 am and sunset at 10:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:16 am and sunset at 9:21 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in July in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, the average sunshine duration in July is 6.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Edinburgh?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in July in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average temperature in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in July: 17.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 10.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

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Average pressure in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average pressure in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in July: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in July: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).

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Average humidity in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average humidity in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in July: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

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Average rainfall in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in July: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in July: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).

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Average snowfall in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in July: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in July: 14.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).

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Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in July: 16h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in July: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average UV index in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in July: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in July: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in July
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average visibility in July - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in July: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June and July (8km).

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