Edinburgh · November
Run in the midday.
Cold: average high 48°F, low 41°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 85% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 19 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
48° / 41°F
Humidity
85%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
15 mph
What November feels like in Edinburgh
Sunrise
08:49
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:05
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 November
The kit for November 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.
November vs the surrounding months
vs October
-7° avg high
0 rain days
Edinburgh in October →
November
48°F avg high
19 rain days
Best: midday
vs December
+3° avg high
-1 rain days
Edinburgh in December →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Edinburgh in November?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in November?+
Average high 48°F, average low 41°F.
How does November compare to surrounding months in Edinburgh?+
Compared to October (avg high 55°F), November is cooler. Compared to December (avg high 45°F), November is warmer.
Does it rain often in Edinburgh in November?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in November, on average.