Scotland travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Scotland with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Scotland.

Scotland travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Scotland with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Scotland - quick facts
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) English
Currency Pound Sterling
Electricity G plug (230V)
Driving side Left

Why visit Scotland?

Considering a holiday to the Scotland? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for culture or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

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Scotland tourist information

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Scotland weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
6°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Edinburgh6
6°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Edinburgh6
8°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Edinburgh8
11°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Edinburgh11
14°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Edinburgh14
17°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Edinburgh17
18°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Edinburgh18
18°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Edinburgh18
16°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Edinburgh16
13°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Edinburgh13
8°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Edinburgh8
6°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Edinburgh6
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
18 days with some rainfall in January in Edinburgh18
15 days with some rainfall in February in Edinburgh15
18 days with some rainfall in March in Edinburgh18
15 days with some rainfall in April in Edinburgh15
16 days with some rainfall in May in Edinburgh16
14 days with some rainfall in June in Edinburgh14
14 days with some rainfall in July in Edinburgh14
16 days with some rainfall in August in Edinburgh16
17 days with some rainfall in September in Edinburgh17
18 days with some rainfall in October in Edinburgh18
18 days with some rainfall in November in Edinburgh18
18 days with some rainfall in December in Edinburgh18
Sea temperature °C
7°C sea temperature in January in Edinburgh7
6°C sea temperature in February in Edinburgh6
6°C sea temperature in March in Edinburgh6
7°C sea temperature in April in Edinburgh7
9°C sea temperature in May in Edinburgh9
11°C sea temperature in June in Edinburgh11
13°C sea temperature in July in Edinburgh13
14°C sea temperature in August in Edinburgh14
13°C sea temperature in September in Edinburgh13
12°C sea temperature in October in Edinburgh12
10°C sea temperature in November in Edinburgh10
8°C sea temperature in December in Edinburgh8

The Scotland weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Edinburgh.

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Scotland travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Scotland from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Scotland.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Scotland travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Scotland with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Scotland, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Scotland covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Scotland with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

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Scotland travel features

Do you want to learn more about Scotland? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in Scotland.

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Scotland FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Scotland including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to Scotland due to Covid-19?

Scotland is open for tourism.

Check out Public Health Scotland for more information.

What is the time difference between Scotland and the UK?

The time difference between Scotland and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Scotland?

The main language spoken in Scotland is English.

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What is the currency in Scotland?

The currency in Scotland is the Pound Sterling (GBP).

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Which plugs are used in Scotland?

Scotland uses electrical plug type G (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Scotland?

They drive on the left side of the road in Scotland.

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