The temperatures in Edinburgh in May are quite cold with temperatures between 5°C and 12°C, warm clothes are a must.
You can expect rain for roughly half of the month of May in Edinburgh. We’re expecting roughly 8 to 15 days of rain, so your rubber boots and umbrella are going to see plenty of use this month if you’re keen on staying dry.
Please note that Edinburgh can expect a few days of snow in May.
Our weather forecast can give you a great sense of what weather to expect in Edinburgh in May 2025.
If you’re planning to visit Edinburgh in the near future, we highly recommend that you review the 14 day weather forecast for Edinburgh before you arrive.
Temperatures
12° / 5°
Rainy Days
8
Snowy Days
1
Dry Days
22
Rainfall
91
mm
Sun Hours
6.6
Hrs
