Constituent country in United Kingdom

Current Local Time in Scotland

Current local time and time zone in Scotland, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

⛅ 55°F now🕔 10:47 AM local📅 Best: July👥 5.5 million

Current local time in Scotland

10:47 AM
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Time zoneEurope/London
UTC offsetUTC+01:00
UTC now9:47 AM
Sunrise6:00 AM
Sunset8:38 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:00 AM
Sunset8:38 PM
Daylight14h 38m
Solar noon1:19 PM
Golden hour (am)6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:38 PM - 8:38 PM
Blue hour (am)5:30 AM - 6:00 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:38 PM - 9:08 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 65%
Moonrise6:25 PM
Moonset11:55 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Scotland

TypeConstituent country
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
Coordinates56°29′26.5″N 4°12′9.4″W (56.4907, -4.2026)
CapitalEdinburgh
Population5.500.000
Area30.090 sq mi
Time zoneEurope/London
Local time10:47 AM (UTC+01:00)
Best monthsJuly
ClimateTemperate

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Summary

Scotland is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Scotland is a constituent country of the United Kingdom. It has a population of about 5.5 million. The capital is Edinburgh.

Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Scotland with partly cloudy. It feels like 53°F. Today runs from 45°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Scotland is July. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 65°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 33°F.

The closest major airport is Dublin Airport (DUB), about 227 mi away. Nearby highlights include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Scotland today at 10/10. 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.

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Coordinates: 56°29′26.5″N 4°12′9.4″W (56.4907, -4.2026)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Scotland?

Scotland is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 56.4907, -4.2026. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Scotland right now?

It is currently 55°F (13°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 68% and wind is 1 mph.

When is the best time to visit Scotland?

July offer the most comfortable conditions in Scotland, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Scotland in?

Scotland observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 10:47 AM.

How many people live in Scotland?

Scotland has a population of approximately 5.5 million.

What is the nearest airport to Scotland?

The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 227 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Scotland?

Popular options include Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Lake District National Park and Snowdonia National Park.

What places are in Scotland?

Scotland covers 4 places in this atlas, including Greater Glasgow, Inner Hebrides, Lothian and Scottish Highlands.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 22, 2026 at 10:47 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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