Pack or skip

Sunscreen for Edinburgh in May

Verdict

Optional

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

Why

Edinburgh in May averages highs of 59°F, lows of 45°F, 12 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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