What is the rainiest month in Edinburgh?

October
* Data from weather station: Edinburgh, Scotland. On average, October is the wettest month with 76.0 mm (2.99 inch) of precipitation. On average, April is the driest month with 41.0 mm (1.61 inch) of precipitation.

What is British weather like in May?

Across the UK, May temperatures average a daily high of 16 degrees Celsius (60 degrees Fahrenheit) and a low of 7 °C (44 °F).

What are the sunniest months in Scotland?

Average sunshine hours in Scotland The peak in sunshine hours falls in May and June and the least sunshine is for December and January. Because of the high latitude the winter days are very short but are compensated with long summer days with only 5 hours of ‘almost darkness’.

Is May a good time to visit Scotland?

The best time to visit Scotland is during spring (late March to May) and autumn (September to November). Temperatures are warmer by spring, with averages of 6°C-15°C, although there will still be snow in the mountains of the Highlands and the Cairngorms.

What should I wear in Edinburgh?

In autumn, layers are essential for trips to Scotland. With a warm cotton cardigan or sweater, scarf, a cute and comfortable long sleeve shirt, a pair of jeans, boots or comfortable leather shoes, and a waterproof jacket or a trench coat (and an umbrella of course) and you can hit the town!

Which part of Scotland is Edinburgh in?

southeastern Scotland
Edinburgh, Gaelic Dun Eideann, capital city of Scotland, located in southeastern Scotland with its centre near the southern shore of the Firth of Forth, an arm of the North Sea that thrusts westward into the Scottish Lowlands.

Is London hot in May?

May continues to warm nicely in London so it is a great month to visit this historic and fascinating city. Daytime high temperatures average 15 C – 16 C (near 60 F) early in the month but will warm into the 18 C – 19 C (mid-60s F) by the end of the month. A few of the warmer days can reach or exceed 24 C (75 F).

How hot is the UK in May?

May Weather in London United Kingdom. Daily high temperatures increase by 5°F, from 61°F to 66°F, rarely falling below 52°F or exceeding 76°F. Daily low temperatures increase by 6°F, from 47°F to 53°F, rarely falling below 40°F or exceeding 59°F.

Which is the most beautiful part of Scotland?

Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye The majestic, yet rugged Isle of Skye recently topped the Rough Guides list as the most beautiful place to visit in Scotland, in the (now) most beautiful country.