Edinburgh · February
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 45°F, low 37°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 81% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
45° / 37°F
Humidity
81%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
18 mph
What February feels like in Edinburgh
Sunrise
08:37
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:14
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Edinburgh in February
The kit for February in Edinburgh: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
February vs the surrounding months
vs January
+1° avg high
-1 rain days
Edinburgh in January →
February
45°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: midday
vs March
-3° avg high
-3 rain days
Edinburgh in March →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Edinburgh in February?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in February?+
Average high 45°F, average low 37°F.
How does February compare to surrounding months in Edinburgh?+
Compared to January (avg high 44°F), February is warmer. Compared to March (avg high 48°F), February is cooler.
Does it rain often in Edinburgh in February?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in February, on average.