Geography of Edinburgh
Geography of Edinburgh: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Edinburgh
Glasgow is 42 mi to the west, Greater Glasgow is 42 mi to the west, Northumberland is 67 mi to the south-east and Newcastle upon Tyne is 91 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883)
Quick facts about Edinburgh
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| County | Lothian |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883) |
| Population | 510.000 |
| Known for | Castle, Royal Mile and the Fringe |
| Local time | 12:44 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by attraction in Edinburgh
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Edinburgh
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by district in Edinburgh
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Summary
Edinburgh is a city in Lothian. Edinburgh is known for Castle, Royal Mile and the Fringe. It has a population of about 510.000.
Right now it is 65°F (18°C) in Edinburgh with overcast. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 52°F to 65°F. Chance of precipitation is 28%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Edinburgh is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July 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 Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Lake District National Park and Loch Ness.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 65°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 4 PM to 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Edinburgh today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Edinburgh 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 | 54° | 41° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 47° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 55° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 55° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 50° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 55° | 47° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 49° | 40° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is a city in Lothian. Its coordinates are 55.9533, -3.1883. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Edinburgh right now?
It is currently 65°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 55% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Edinburgh, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Edinburgh in?
Edinburgh observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:44 AM.
How many people live in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has a population of approximately 510.000.
What is the nearest airport to Edinburgh?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Edinburgh?
Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Lake District National Park, Loch Ness, Isle of Skye and Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh covers 3 places in this atlas, including Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh and Old Town.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 26, 2026 at 12:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
