What June feels like in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, June is early summer on the calendar. Days are on the cool side, the kind of weather that suits brisk sightseeing. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cool, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Edinburgh in June
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on about one day in 2. Each rainy day adds about 5.4 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Edinburgh's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.5 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in June
In mid-June, sunrise is at about 4:26 am and sunset at about 10:00 pm (local time) — 17 h 34 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 1 h 19 min more daylight than in mid-May. Measured sunshine covers about 60% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How June compares to the rest of the year
In Edinburgh's temperature order, June sits as the 3rd warmest month. Against May, the average high is 2.7°C (4.9°F) higher, with 2 mm more rain. July continues the upward trend. July averages a high of 18.2°C (64.8°F).
Who June suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
Tips for visiting Edinburgh in June
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Edinburgh in June?
It feels cool: typical highs are 16.4°C (61.5°F), with lows near 10°C (50°F).
Does it rain a lot in Edinburgh in June?
Quite a lot — 70 mm spread over about 13 days.
What should I wear in Edinburgh in June?
Pack rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is June or July better for visiting Edinburgh?
On our 12-month climate ranking, June comes out ahead (#2 of 12 vs #6). July is warmer and has more rainy days.