2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Edinburgh in November

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Climate Overview

November is a wet time to visit Edinburgh. Edinburgh has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 10°C, lows of 6°C, and approximately 15 rainy days per month.

Avg High

10°C

Avg Low

6°C

Rainy days

15days

Daylight

8.4h

Is November a good time to visit Edinburgh?

It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:47 AM

Sunset

4:09 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
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 November

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

Planning a trip to Edinburgh?

Common Questions

Is November a good time to visit Edinburgh? +

November is typically Wet for visiting Edinburgh, with average highs of 10°C and around 15 rainy days.

What should I pack for Edinburgh in November? +

With highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Edinburgh in November? +

Edinburgh typically sees around 15 rainy days in November.

How many hours of daylight are there in Edinburgh in November? +

In November, Edinburgh gets approximately 8.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is November peak season in Edinburgh? +

No, November 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.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/London)

Last Updated: January 2026

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