Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 15°C (59°F). Highs can soar to 23°C (74°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (46°F). Typically, the humidity level in Edinburgh throughout August hovers around 82%.
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In August, Edinburgh averages 91 mm (3.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 58 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 23% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Edinburgh reaches a maximum of 6, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||