When to go
Edinburgh in May
In May, Edinburgh averages daytime highs of 13°C and night-time lows of 6°C, with about 60 mm of rain over the month. That makes May the 5th warmest and the 9th wettest month of the year here. The most comfortable months are usually June, July and August.
- Average high
- 13°C
- Average low
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 60 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
Climate
Edinburgh weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 5 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 13 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Low °C | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| Rain mm | 74 | 60 | 60 | 53 | 60 | 82 | 91 | 100 | 64 | 93 | 79 | 73 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in Edinburgh
voco Edinburgh - Royal Terrace by IHG
★★★★Hotels1.3 km from centre
8.0
Very good
Hilton Edinburgh Carlton
★★★★Hotelsunder 1 km from centre
8.0
Very good
Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh
★★★★Hotelsunder 1 km from centre
8.5
Excellent
Holiday Inn Express Edinburgh – Royal Mile by IHG
★★★Hotelsunder 1 km from centre
8.2
Very good
a&o Edinburgh City
★★Hotelsunder 1 km from centre
7.8
Good
Residence Inn by Marriott Edinburgh
★★★★Hotelsunder 1 km from centre
8.4
Very good
FAQ
Edinburgh in May: questions
Is May a good time to visit Edinburgh?
May is not among the most comfortable months in Edinburgh; June, July and August are usually better. Expect highs around 13°C and 60 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is Edinburgh in May?
The average daytime high in Edinburgh in May is 13°C and the average low is 6°C.
Does it rain in Edinburgh in May?
Edinburgh gets about 60 mm of rain in May on average, making it the 9th wettest month. Average humidity is 83%.
How much are hotels in Edinburgh in May?
Prices depend on dates and availability. Search Edinburgh for May on book.maqami.co to see live prices; signed-in members save up to 10% versus the guest price.
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