Lothian Map
Interactive map of Lothian with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Lothian is a county in Scotland. Lothian is a county or metropolitan area in the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 900.000.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Lothian with overcast. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 49°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 15%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lothian 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 67°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 slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 58°F is 2.9°F above the 55°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Lothian today at 9/10. 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.
Map of Lothian
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Coordinates: 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883)
Quick facts about Lothian
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| Region | Scotland |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 55°57′11.9″N 3°11′17.9″W (55.9533, -3.1883) |
| Population | 900.000 |
| Local time | 5:58 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
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1 cities mapped in this atlas
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1 cities and towns mapped in this atlas
Neighboring counties and metropolitan areas in Scotland
Sorted by distance from Lothian.
Getting to Lothian
- Dublin Airport (DUB) · 214 mi
- Glasgow · 42 mi · roughly 57 min driving
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 91 mi · roughly 2.1 h driving
- Windermere · 109 mi · roughly 2.5 h driving
- Inverness · 112 mi · roughly 2.6 h driving
- Belfast · 143 mi · roughly 3.3 h driving
- York · 161 mi · roughly 3.7 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Lothian
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | DUB | 214 mi | Dublin |
Top attractions in Lothian
Things to do in Lothian
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Lothian.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lothian?
Lothian is a county in Scotland. Its coordinates are 55.9533, -3.1883. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lothian right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 67% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lothian?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Lothian, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lothian in?
Lothian observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 5:58 PM.
How many people live in Lothian?
Lothian has a population of approximately 900.000.
What is the nearest airport to Lothian?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 214 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lothian?
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 Lothian?
Lothian covers 1 places in this atlas, including Edinburgh.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 October 3, 2026 at 5:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
