August 26 is generally a great time to visit Edinburgh. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Edinburgh right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Edinburgh
Currency
GBP
£ British pound
Language
English
Driving
Left side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
Edinburgh Weather Forecast for August 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Edinburgh in August
Based on historical data for August 26, Edinburgh typically experiences temperatures between 11.3°C and 17°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Edinburgh
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
71%
Light drizzle
Pressure
1011.7 hPa
High volatility
Edinburgh Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 31 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 47 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 78 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United Kingdom
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~212
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Edinburgh
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:06
☀️ Noon
12:16
🌇 Sunset
19:25
⏱️ Daylight
14h 19m
Wind Speed
19.4 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Edinburgh
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Edinburgh on August 26 averages 17°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 88/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Edinburgh Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 28
16.8°C • 16% rain
Score
89
August 29
16.7°C • 16% rain
Score
89
August 30
16.7°C • 16% rain
Score
89
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📍 Is Edinburgh Worth Visiting on August 26?
Planning a trip to Edinburgh on August 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 212 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 15.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.23m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.9°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 10.4°C in 2020.