Edinburgh · October
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 55°F, low 46°F. Humidity averages 83% — 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
55° / 46°F
Humidity
83%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
15 mph
What October feels like in Edinburgh
Sunrise
07:46
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:10
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 October
The kit for October 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.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-6° avg high
+2 rain days
Edinburgh in September →
October
55°F avg high
19 rain days
Best: midday
vs November
+7° avg high
0 rain days
Edinburgh in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Edinburgh in October?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in October?+
Average high 55°F, average low 46°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Edinburgh?+
Compared to September (avg high 61°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 48°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Edinburgh in October?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in October, on average.