Typical Run Score
74
Good
Edinburgh · January
Running in Edinburgh in January
Typical January running conditions in Edinburgh — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
41°F
Cool
Avg dew point
36°F
Comfortable
Best window
6 AM–11 PM
Local time
Edinburgh · today vs the January normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How January compares in Edinburgh
January ranks 11th of 12 months for running in Edinburgh, with a typical daytime Run Score of 74 (Good). For reference, the best month is May (score 89) and the hardest is February (score 72). The kindest window in January is typically 6 AM–11 PM. Precipitation falls in roughly 16% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the January norm.
Running weather in nearby cities
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Running in Edinburgh in January: FAQ
Is it good to run in Edinburgh in January?
Generally yes, with sensible timing. The typical daytime Run Score is 74 (Good), with temperatures around 41°F (5°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 6 AM–11 PM.
How hot is it for running in Edinburgh in January?
Typical temperatures average 41°F (5°C) (Cool) with dew points near 36°F. Dew point — not the thermometer — usually decides how hard the run feels.
What is a good Run Score?
Scores run 0–100. 97+ is Perfect, 80–96 is Great — conditions are actively working in your favour. 65–79 (Good) is solid. 45–64 (Mixed) means at least one factor — usually heat or dew point — is taxing you. Below 45 (Poor), expect a noticeably harder effort or hold back for safety.
Why does dew point matter more than temperature?
Your body cools by evaporating sweat. When the dew point climbs above roughly 60°F, the air is too saturated for sweat to evaporate efficiently, so heat builds up even if the thermometer looks reasonable. That's why a 70°F muggy morning can feel harder than a dry 80°F afternoon.
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