November 15 is generally a great time to visit Edinburgh. While there is a slight chance of rain (27%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 9°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Edinburgh this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Edinburgh
Currency
GBP
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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 November 15
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.1°C. 27% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Edinburgh in November
Based on historical data for November 15, Edinburgh typically experiences temperatures between 5°C and 9.1°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. With a 27% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Edinburgh
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- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
6°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Rain Chance
27%
Avg 1.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
72%
Overcast
Pressure
1011.6 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 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 400 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 600 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 1000 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
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
Busy
62/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~131
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Edinburgh
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:49
☀️ Noon
11:58
🌇 Sunset
16:07
⏱️ Daylight
8h 17m
Wind Speed
22.4 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
3.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
85%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Edinburgh
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 November 15 averages 9.1°C with a 27% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 61/100."
— 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
November 8
9.9°C • 30% rain
Score
64
November 9
9.7°C • 29% rain
Score
63
November 10
9.6°C • 28% rain
Score
63
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📍 Is Edinburgh Worth Visiting on November 15?
Planning a trip to Edinburgh on November 15? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.1°C with a 27% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 131 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 9.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.47m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest November 15 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.2°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 4°C in 2019.