June 5 is generally a great time to visit Edinburgh. While there is a slight chance of rain (29%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 15°C weather. Edinburgh is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Edinburgh
Currency
GBP
£ British pound
Language
English
Driving
Left side
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As of Nov 2023, the entire city and its ...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
Edinburgh Weather Forecast for June 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.9°C. 29% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Edinburgh in June
Based on historical data for June 5, Edinburgh typically experiences temperatures between 8.5°C and 14.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 29% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Edinburgh
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
14.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
29%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
73%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.7 hPa
High volatility
Edinburgh Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
03:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 24 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 36 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 60 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10.9°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
95/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~202
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Edinburgh
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
03:32
☀️ Noon
12:12
🌇 Sunset
20:52
⏱️ Daylight
17h 19m
Wind Speed
18 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Edinburgh
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
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 June 5 averages 14.9°C with a 29% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 89/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Edinburgh Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Edinburgh Worth Visiting on June 5?
Planning a trip to Edinburgh on June 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.9°C with a 29% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 202 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 14°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.35m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest June 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.4°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 4.8°C in 2022.