Best Time to Visit Old Town
Best time to visit Old Town: June, July, August and September. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Old Town
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Old Town month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 35° | 2,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 38° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 50° | 39° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 53° | 41° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 47° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 54° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 60° | 50° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 55° | 47° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 48° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 39° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Old Town compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Old Town.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old and New Towns of Edinburgh | 0 mi | 50°F | about the same | 39 in |
| Edinburgh Castle | 0 mi | 50°F | about the same | 39 in |
| Greater Glasgow | 41 mi | 49°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Glasgow | 41 mi | 49°F | about the same | 49 in |
| Northumberland | 67 mi | 48°F | 34°F cooler | 38 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 36 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Old Town is a district in Edinburgh. Old Town is a district known for the Royal Mile and closes.
Right now it is 60°F (16°C) in Old Town with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 53°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 22%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Old Town is June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 214 mi away. Nearby highlights include Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Lake District National Park and Loch Ness.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is 7.2°F above the 55°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Old Town today at 8.7/10. Gusts to 36 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Old Town right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:54 PM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 62° / 53°
Overcast · 22% rain · wind 17 mph
⛅ 53° / 47°
Partly cloudy · 47% rain · wind 15 mph
Things to do in Old Town
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Old Town.
Quick facts about Old Town
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°56′55″N 3°11′27.6″W (55.9486, -3.191) |
| Known for | the Royal Mile and closes |
| Local time | 9:54 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Old Town?
Old Town is a district in Edinburgh. Its coordinates are 55.9486, -3.191. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Old Town right now?
It is currently 60°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Old Town?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Old Town, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Old Town in?
Old Town observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:54 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Old Town?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Old Town?
Popular options include Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Castle, Lake District National Park, Loch Ness, Isle of Skye and Snowdonia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 9:54 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
