Edinburgh · May
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 57°F, low 45°F. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
57° / 45°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
13 mph
What May feels like in Edinburgh
Sunrise
04:59
Mid-month average
Sunset
21:19
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 May
The kit for May in Edinburgh: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+6° avg high
+3 rain days
Edinburgh in April →
May
57°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-5° avg high
-1 rain days
Edinburgh in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Edinburgh in May?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in May?+
Average high 57°F, average low 45°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Edinburgh?+
Compared to April (avg high 51°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 62°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Edinburgh in May?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in May, on average.