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Scotland · Ships call at Edinburgh, Scotland
Cool with some showers
Edinburgh in August brings cooler conditions, with highs around 63°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 4 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool with some showers.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Edinburgh, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during August, with the date each one leaves port.
Epic Global Adventure Miami to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Baltics & Northern Europe Lisbon To Reykjavik
Crystal Cruises
Sails Jun 28, 2027
Northern & Baltic Legends London to New York
Oceania Cruises
Sails Jul 5, 2027
Scandinavia & The British Isles
Viking Cruises
Sails Jul 6, 2027
Cruise Portsmouth To Portsmouth Grand Voyage
Azamara Cruises
Sails Jul 7, 2027
Solar Eclipse & British Isles
HAL Cruises
Sails Jul 9, 2027
Smaller ships dock at Leith, about 3 miles from the city center. Larger ships anchor off Newhaven and tender passengers ashore. Edinburgh Airport is about 10 miles from Ocean Terminal, 20 to 30 minutes by car.
The average high temperature in Edinburgh during August is 63°F, with a low of 51°F.
Edinburgh typically sees 4 days of rain in August. Cool with some showers.
For a August cruise to Edinburgh, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.