Edinburgh in June
In June, Edinburgh averages 18°C (64°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night, with around 11 days of rain (60 mm total).
Peak seasonConditions are comfortable for sightseeing without being sweltering. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.
June offers comfortable temperatures in Edinburgh, with some rain to plan around.
How June compares to the rest of the year in Edinburgh
June is one of the warmest months in Edinburgh (3rd of 12) and one of the driest months (12th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 5°C above the annual average (13°C). June runs 3°C warmer than May (15°C) and warms a further 1°C into July (19°C).
June sunrise & sunset in Edinburgh
Times shown for Edinburgh local time (Europe/London), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.
Photography light in Edinburgh — June
Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in Edinburgh's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).
📅 When to book — Edinburgh in June
Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on June's tier (Peak season) and Edinburgh's popularity.
Crowds & pricing — June in Edinburgh
Edinburgh is in peak season during this month — expect bigger crowds at famous sights, higher hotel and flight prices, and longer queues. Restaurant reservations a few days out are advisable, and any boutique hotels you have your eye on should be booked weeks ahead. The trade-off: most attractions, restaurants, and seasonal services are fully open, the weather is at its most reliable, and the city feels at its most alive.
Why this tier: excellent tourism weather
Sun & mosquito risk — June in Edinburgh
UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.
📊 Right now vs typical — Edinburgh in June
The past 30 days in Edinburgh have been running 1.4°C cooler than the typical June average.
Comparison window 2026-05-20 → 2026-06-19 (19 days of observed data). Single-month windows are noisy — strong signals here flag a real anomaly; small ones (<1°C) are within typical year-to-year variation.
Edinburgh in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 36°F | 65 mm | 13 | 1 |
| February | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 36°F | 50 mm | 11 | 1 |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 3°C / 37°F | 55 mm | 12 | 0 |
| April | 12°C / 54°F | 5°C / 41°F | 40 mm | 11 | 0 |
| May | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 45°F | 55 mm | 11 | 0 |
| June | 18°C / 64°F | 10°C / 50°F | 60 mm | 11 | 0 |
| July | 19°C / 66°F | 12°C / 54°F | 65 mm | 12 | 0 |
| August | 19°C / 66°F | 12°C / 54°F | 75 mm | 13 | 0 |
| September | 16°C / 61°F | 10°C / 50°F | 65 mm | 12 | 0 |
| October | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 45°F | 80 mm | 14 | 0 |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 4°C / 39°F | 70 mm | 13 | 0 |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 2°C / 36°F | 70 mm | 13 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Edinburgh in June?
In June, Edinburgh averages a high of 18°C (64°F) and a low of 10°C (50°F) — generally mild and pleasant.
Does it rain a lot in Edinburgh in June?
June can be fairly wet in Edinburgh, with about 11 rainy days on average.
Is June a good time to visit Edinburgh?
June is mild and pleasant. It suits travelers who are comfortable with mild and pleasant weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.
What should I pack for Edinburgh in June?
Pack light layers for warm days and cooler evenings, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full June packing list for Edinburgh for a complete, climate-based checklist.
Check the live 10-day forecast and sunrise/sunset.