Scotland Weather Forecast
Scotland weather: 41°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Scotland?
Yes - rain is likely in Scotland today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,2 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 4,7 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat, Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri.
The next 7 days carry about 2.4 times a normal week's rain for October (4,7 in against 1,9 in).
16-day forecast for Scotland
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌧️ Rain | 51° / 40° | 100% · 1,2 in | 23 mph | 0 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌧️ Rain | 48° / 43° | 100% · 1,9 in | 27 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Light rain | 54° / 43° | 100% · 0,3 in | 19 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light rain | 58° / 42° | 100% · 1,0 in | 34 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 49° / 43° | 81% · 0,0 in | 24 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 46° | 50% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 0 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 48° | 61% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 51° / 44° | 43% · 0,6 in | 8 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 47° / 42° | 31% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 0 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 48° / 38° | 27% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌥️ Fog | 43° / 33° | 26% | 5 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 44° / 36° | 33% | 5 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 40° / 33° | 31% | 3 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌥️ Fog | 40° / 33° | 37% | 3 mph | 0 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | — |
What this means for Scotland
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 51°F is in line with the 53°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 1,2 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 47 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 54°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 47 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 41°F (5°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 8 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 6:48 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 24, 2026 at 6:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
