What to Wear in Edinburgh in May
Mild and green — pleasant for exploring. Expect 8°–15°C with 12 rainy days on average.
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High
15°C
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Low
8°C
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Rain days
12
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Feel
Rainy Day
Typical outfit
~12°C average
About May in Edinburgh
May in Edinburgh typically brings mild and green — pleasant for exploring. With averages of 8°–15°C, the conditions call for rain is in the forecast — waterproof layers are your best friend today.
Dress in waterproof layers rather than one very thick coat. You'll warm up walking and cool down in buildings.