June · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Edinburgh in June Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Edinburgh in June
Average temperature 13°C, 49 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
June score
8.7/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 49 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
June in Edinburgh scores 8.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 13°C, 49 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Edinburgh's Old Town climbs a volcanic ridge from the castle down to Holyrood, with the Royal Mile threading closes and courtyards between them.
June in Edinburgh tops the year's climate scores
Temperatures hover around 13°C (56°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 49 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 17.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Edinburgh at 8.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Edinburgh in June?
- In June, Edinburgh averages 13°C, 49 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is June a good time to visit Edinburgh?
- June earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Edinburgh in June?
- Expect about 49 mm of rain in June. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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