Landmark

National Museum of Scotland

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Best timeJun & Aug–Sep

Set inEdinburgh, United Kingdom

In season~63°F high

Climate37–66°F

CurrencyGBP

LanguageEnglish

TimezoneUTC+00:00

On the map

Map showing the location of National Museum of Scotland

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Historical monthly weather

Sunny share of daylightApr · 37%

WarmestJul · 66°F

WettestOct

Best windowJun & Aug–Sep

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a museum of Scottish history and culture.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Jun & Aug–Sep. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Pairs well with

Major General Sir Nils Olav III

Bell Rock Lighthouse

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit National Museum of Scotland?

The best time to visit National Museum of Scotland is June & August–September, in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

Where is National Museum of Scotland?

National Museum of Scotland is in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

What is National Museum of Scotland known for?

The National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a museum of Scottish history and culture.

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