Pack or skip

Sunscreen for Edinburgh in December

Verdict

Optional

Bring a stick or travel-size — better than a sunburn on day one.

Why

Edinburgh in December averages highs of 45°F, lows of 34°F, 16 rainy days.

That climate makes sunscreen a judgment call. Bring a stick or travel-size — better than a sunburn on day one.

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