Weather in Edinburgh in January
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
January is a wet time to visit Edinburgh. Edinburgh has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 8°C, lows of 5°C, and approximately 14 rainy days per month.
8°C
5°C
14days
7.6h
Is January a good time to visit Edinburgh?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
8:36 AM
4:09 PM
Live January Forecast
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Up to 16 days ahead Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 5°C | 14 | Wet |
| February | 7°C | 3°C | 20 | Wet |
| March | 8°C | 3°C | 14 | Wet |
| April | 12°C | 4°C | 3 | Good |
| May | 15°C | 7°C | 11 | Excellent (best) |
| June | 16°C | 10°C | 21 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 17°C | 11°C | 15 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 17°C | 12°C | 16 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 16°C | 10°C | 10 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 12°C | 7°C | 22 | Wet |
| November | 10°C | 6°C | 15 | Wet |
| December | 7°C | 3°C | 18 | Wet |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for January
Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
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Common Questions
Is January a good time to visit Edinburgh? +
January is typically Wet for visiting Edinburgh, with average highs of 8°C and around 14 rainy days.
What should I pack for Edinburgh in January? +
With highs of 8°C and lows of 5°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
Does it rain a lot in Edinburgh in January? +
Edinburgh typically sees around 14 rainy days in January.
How many hours of daylight are there in Edinburgh in January? +
In January, Edinburgh gets approximately 7.6 hours of daylight per day.
Is January peak season in Edinburgh? +
No, January is not peak season in Edinburgh. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Edinburgh? +
The best months to visit Edinburgh are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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