May 5 is generally a great time to visit Edinburgh. While there is a slight chance of rain (28%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Edinburgh right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors. Note: May 5 is Early May Bank Holiday in Edinburgh, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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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 May 5
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.3°C. 28% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Edinburgh in May
Based on historical data for May 5, Edinburgh typically experiences temperatures between 6°C and 12.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 28% 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
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.2°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
28%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
70%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.9 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 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 25 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 38 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 63 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.6°C
Dry air
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
Holiday
Early May Bank Holiday
Flight Traffic
High
96/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~203
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Edinburgh
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:21
☀️ Noon
12:10
🌇 Sunset
19:59
⏱️ Daylight
15h 37m
Wind Speed
19.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Edinburgh
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 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 May 5 averages 12.3°C with a 28% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 75/100."
— 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
May 10
13.8°C • 25% rain
Score
84
May 11
13.6°C • 23% rain
Score
84
May 8
13.5°C • 25% rain
Score
83
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📍 Is Edinburgh Worth Visiting on May 5?
Planning a trip to Edinburgh on May 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 12.3°C with a 28% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Early May Bank Holiday, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 203 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 11.3°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.33m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.2°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 1°C in 2021.