Verdict: Fair month
Edinburgh Weather in November
November is mild-to-cool in Edinburgh, topping out near 10°C (50°F) — comfortable with a layer on. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. November is workable in Edinburgh if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
10°C / 50°F
Average low
5°C / 41°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
72 mm
What to pack for Edinburgh in November
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
November against the rest of the year
Warmest in Edinburgh: Jul (18°C / 64°F) · Coolest: Jan (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Oct (~19 rain days)
7°
3°
Jan
8°
3°
Feb
9°
3°
Mar
11°
4°
Apr
14°
8°
May
17°
10°
Jun
18°
12°
Jul
18°
12°
Aug
16°
10°
Sep
13°
8°
Oct
10°
5°
Nov
7°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)