Weather in Edinburgh. Actual conditions and forecast

Map of wind conditions for Edinburgh area

Map of Edinburgh temperature forecast

1. You can zoom in to Edinburgh using the '+' button, or check temperatures around the globe by the '-' button.
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This temperature map is centered around Edinburgh. The map is real-time and interactive.

Rain forecast for Edinburgh area

1. Using the control panel above this map, you can check the rain forecast for Edinburgh for any period within next 10 days.
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This precipitation forecast map is centered around Edinburgh. The map is also real-time and interactive.

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More to see in Edinburgh

Camera Obscura and World of Illusions remains the most popular family destination in Edinburgh. It is impossible to find a more fascinating and unusual museum in the city. The opening of Camera Obscura took place yet in the 19th century. The main mission of the museum is to show how entertaining and inexplicable a world of illusions can be. A large part of the exhibition is dedicated to optic and color illusions, many of which visitors can literally test on themselves. The museum is open in a beautiful historic building, the roof of which was turned into an observation deck. From the deck, visitors will be able to enjoy the magnificent view of the old town. While staying in Edinburgh together with family, don’t forget to visit the most famous cinema in the city – Filmhouse Cinema – and take children with you. Several times a month this cinema shows cartoons for children of different age. Adults can watch them with kids or wait for children in a special relaxation area. Affordable prices are another advantage of these events, so they are very popular with locals. Therefore, it’s important to buy tickets in advance. Children of school age, who like adventures and unusual excursions, will find it very entertaining to walk on a unique underground street that is called Mary King’s Close. This street was built yet in the 16th century. As the city was expanding and new houses were added, a few hundred years later the street was blocked. Nowadays, there are many … Read further

Edinburgh guide chapters

Cuisine and top restaurants

Porridge remains one of the most favorite dishes of the locals. People here can eat this meal not only for breakfast, but also during the day. Herring with boiled potatoes is the second in terms of popularity. This dish is also served at any restaurant of national cuisine. It should be also noted that the majority of national desserts are also made of oatmeal or its flour. It is used to bake delicious baked scones, … Open

Unusual hotels

Fans of staying in unusual places will be attracted by Fountain Court Apartments - EQ2. The hotel has a very interesting location in the middle of one of Edinburgh’s living quarters, near a picturesque canal. Panoramic windows of guest rooms offer stunning views of the canal and surroundings. Guests of the hotel can make a walk on the picturesque waterfront or make an excursion to a historic district nearby at … Open

Traditions and mentality of Edinburgh

Residents of Edinburgh are quite friendly and sociable, even though they may seem to be a bit closed at first glance. Finding an explanation to this fact is not really complicated - the fact is according to the local etiquette rules people should stay calm during the acquaintance or at the first meeting. Locals usually greet each other with the phrase «How do you do?» and a slight handshaking (by the way, this is … Open

Travel guide to Edinburgh

The National Museum of Scotland. The National Museum of Scotland is the place where one can learn about the formation of the Scottish landscape, first citizens, the creation of the nation and about the changes, which have happened not only in Scotland, but in the whole country due to various inventions and discoveries. Marvellous art objects and simple everyday life items tell visitors about the … Open

Review of luxury hotels

In 2013, after a major reconstruction, The Glasshouse Autograph Collection by Marriott started accepting its guests again. The luxurious hotel is located in the very heart of the city. Clients of the hotel will find there everything needed for a comfortable stay. Every morning guests are welcome to enjoy a premium buffet style breakfast with national delicacies – smoked fish, rare seafood, and bakery. There is a … Open

Edinburgh for children - what to visit

Younger children who don’t like gloomy places will be more fascinated with a visit to the Museum of Childhood. The museum in Edinburgh is one of the oldest places of this type in the world. The exhibition is completely dedicated to children and everything connected with them. Visitors will be able to see a rich collection of old dolls and other toys, and even interesting costumes that can be worn by children. … Open

Climate in Great Britain and weather forecast - best seasons for visit

There are fewer tourists from the end of November to the beginning of December, and from the end of February to the beginning of March. The weather is becoming so volatile, windy and damp that only a few tourists decide to go to the kingdom. The best time for tours in London, Ireland and other regions of the UK is from early April to mid-October. The weather during this period is more comfortable and pleasant for outdoor walks. It’s not raining every day. However, landmark places will be crowded because of plenty of tourists coming in this period. Therefore, it’s better to go sightseeing in late spring and early autumn. … Open