Geography of Edinburgh Castle
Geography of Edinburgh Castle: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Edinburgh Castle
Old Town is 0 mi to the east, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh is 0 mi to the east, Greater Glasgow is 41 mi to the west and Glasgow is 41 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 55°56′55″N 3°11′59.6″W (55.9486, -3.1999)
Quick facts about Edinburgh Castle
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | Edinburgh |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°56′55″N 3°11′59.6″W (55.9486, -3.1999) |
| Known for | a fortress on volcanic rock |
| Local time | 2:23 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Edinburgh Castle is a tourist attraction in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle is a landmark known for a fortress on volcanic rock.
Right now it is 58°F (15°C) in Edinburgh Castle with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 57°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 25%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Edinburgh Castle 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 213 mi away. Nearby highlights include Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Lake District National Park, Loch Ness and Isle of Skye.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is 4.1°F above the 66°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Edinburgh Castle 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 Castle 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° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 50° | 3,2 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).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Edinburgh Castle?
Edinburgh Castle is a tourist attraction in Edinburgh. Its coordinates are 55.9486, -3.1999. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Edinburgh Castle right now?
It is currently 58°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh Castle?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Edinburgh Castle, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Edinburgh Castle in?
Edinburgh Castle observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:23 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Edinburgh Castle?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 213 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Edinburgh Castle?
Popular options include Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, 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 (attractions) - 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 2:23 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
