Best Time to Run in Edinburgh in July

The verdict: Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.

Edinburgh · July

Run in the morning.

Cool month: average high 65°F, low 54°F. Humidity averages 78% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 20 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.

Avg high / low
65° / 54°F
Humidity
78%
Rain days
20/mo
Wind
13 mph

What July feels like in Edinburgh

Sunrise

04:51

Mid-month average

Sunset

21:45

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 July

The kit for July in Edinburgh: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of day to run in Edinburgh in July?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in July?+
Average high 65°F, average low 54°F.
How does July compare to surrounding months in Edinburgh?+
Compared to June (avg high 62°F), July is warmer. Compared to August (avg high 64°F), July is warmer.
Does it rain often in Edinburgh in July?+
Expect about 20 measurable rain days in July, on average.

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