City of Edinburgh (Edinburgh)
May
Weather in City of Edinburgh for May 2026
Your guide to City of Edinburgh weather in May - trends and predictions
Until now, May 2026 in City of Edinburgh is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1.9 °C.
The forecast for the upcoming days in City of Edinburgh predicts a temperature of 15.4 °C, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in City of Edinburgh at the beginning of May is 12.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 16.1 °C by the end of May.
City of Edinburgh experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 77.2 mm.
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7
Dry days
24
Rainy days
0
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14°/6°
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17 km/h
Avg max wind
79 %
Avg humidity
City of Edinburgh Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in City of Edinburgh
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May weather in City of Edinburgh day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Patchy rain possible | 14° /5° | 0.9 mm | 3 | |
| 2 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /5° | 1 mm | 3 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 4.8 mm | 3 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /5° | 1.9 mm | 3 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /4° | 0.6 mm | 3 | |
| 6 May |  Moderate rain at times | 13° /4° | 3.3 mm | 3 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 0.3 mm | 3 | |
| 8 May |  Heavy rain at times | 14° /5° | 3.1 mm | 3 | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 1.2 mm | 3 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 15° /6° | 1.9 mm | 4 | |
| 11 May |  Overcast | 15° /5° | 3.1 mm | 4 | |
| 12 May | Light rain shower | 15° /7° | 4.1 mm | 3 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 1.2 mm | 3 | |
| 14 May |  Cloudy | 13° /6° | 1.7 mm | 3 | |
| 15 May | Overcast | 14° /5° | 0.2 mm | 4 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /4° | 1.2 mm | 4.7 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 1.4 mm | 4 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 0.6 mm | 3 | |
| 19 May |  Moderate rain | 13° /7° | 7.2 mm | 2.3 | |
| 20 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /9° | 2.1 mm | 3.4 | |
| 21 May |  Partly cloudy | 18° /11° | 0.1 mm | 4 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /12° | 0.5 mm | 3 | |
| 23 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /11° | 0 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /10° | 0 mm | 4 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /11° | 0.2 mm | 3 | |
| 26 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /10° | 0 mm | 3 | |
| 27 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /11° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 28 May | Moderate rain | 17° /10° | 8.2 mm | 3 | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 16° /8° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 30 May | Patchy rain possible | 17° /7° | 2.5 mm | 4 | |
| 31 May | Partly cloudy | 17° /7° | 2.6 mm | 4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for City of Edinburgh in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the City of Edinburgh forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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City of Edinburgh in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in City of Edinburgh during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 14° and lows near 6°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in City of Edinburgh during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in City of Edinburgh during May, with a total of 77.2 mm spread over approximately 24 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
What are the typical wind conditions in City of Edinburgh during May?
The average wind speed in City of Edinburgh during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in City of Edinburgh
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Typically, City of Edinburgh has 24 rainy days in May with a total of 77.2 mm of rainfall.
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