Typical Run Score
86
Great
Edinburgh · September
Running in Edinburgh in September
Typical September running conditions in Edinburgh — and a live Run Score so you can see how today compares with the norm.
Avg temperature
56°F
Ideal
Avg dew point
50°F
Comfortable
Best window
6 AM–11 PM
Local time
Edinburgh · today vs the September normTemperature · dew point · wind · timing
How September compares in Edinburgh
September ranks 3rd of 12 months for running in Edinburgh, with a typical daytime Run Score of 86 (Great). For reference, the best month is May (score 89) and the hardest is February (score 72). The kindest window in September is typically 6 AM–11 PM. Precipitation falls in roughly 24% of hours this month. Use the live tool below to see how today actually compares with the September norm.
Running weather in nearby cities
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Running in Edinburgh in September: FAQ
Is it good to run in Edinburgh in September?
Yes — it's one of the better months to run here. The typical daytime Run Score is 86 (Great), with temperatures around 56°F (13°C) and comfortable dew points. The best window is usually 6 AM–11 PM.
How hot is it for running in Edinburgh in September?
Typical temperatures average 56°F (13°C) (Ideal) with dew points near 50°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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