Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Edinburgh?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Edinburgh and Buenos Aires, Argentina can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is the moderately sized capital of Scotland. It is a medieval city that has managed to perfect the combination of Georgian architecture and medieval relics with a cosmopolitan population and avant-garde atmosphere. The city's population is quite young, in large part because of the University of Edinburgh. This youthful vibe gives this city a lot of vitality. There's a thriving nightlife, many restaurants, theatres, galleries and museums.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Day Tours in United Kingdom, The Best 2-Week Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Argentina, and The Best Camping Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEdinburgh £142Buenos Aires, Argentina £7.48
The average daily cost (per person) in Edinburgh is £142, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is £7.48. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Edinburgh and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEdinburgh £74Buenos Aires, Argentina £3.01
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEdinburgh £148Buenos Aires, Argentina £6.02
Compare Hotels in Edinburgh and Buenos Aires, Argentina
Looking for a hotel in Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Edinburgh Hotel Prices and Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Edinburgh £17Buenos Aires, Argentina £1.15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Edinburgh:
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Local Bus£3.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Edinburgh
Also for Edinburgh, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer to/from Edinburgh City, St'Andrews etc.: $316
- Airport Transfer: Airport EDI to Edinburgh by Business Car: $137
- Airport Transfer: Airport EDI to Edinburgh by Luxury Van: $159
- Arrival Private Transfer Edinburgh Airport EDI to Edinburgh by Business Car: $99
- Central Edinburgh Hotels to Edinburgh Airport Transfers 1-3: $263
- Departure Transfer - Edinburgh City to Edinburgh Airport: $82
- Departure Transfer: Edinburgh to Airport EDI by Luxury Van: $159
- Edinburgh Accommodation to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - Departure Private Transfer: $60
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edinburgh Accommodation - Arrival Private Transfer: $60
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Edinburgh Accommodation - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $120
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI): Private Transfer to Edinburgh: $230
- Edinburgh Airport EDI to Edinburgh Accommodation Arrival Transfer: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Taxi from Airport£0.10
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Local Bus£0.00
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Metro Ride£0.00
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Taxi to airport£0.03
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Taxi£0.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Transfer Buenos Aires International Airport (EZE) to Downtown Hotel: $68
- Transfer Buenos Aires Downtown Hotel transfer to International Airport (EZE): $68
- Tango Show La Ventana only show exclusive with transfer: $76
- Tango Porteño Show With Private Transfers From Port & Hotels In Buenos Aires: $70
- Soccer Match in Buenos Aires with Transfers and Local Guide: $201
- Small Group Buenos Aires City Tour and Airport Transfer Combo: $172
- Shore Excursion: Rojo Tango Show Including Private Transfers: $250
- Rojo Tango Show Ticket with Private Transfers From Port & Hotels in Buenos Aires: $229
- Querandi Tango show Vip with private transfer: $210
- Private transfer of connection between airports AEROPARQUE / EZEIZA or vice versa: $74
- Private transfer from or to Jorge Newbery Airport "Aeroparque": $46
- Private transfer from or to Ezeiza International Airport: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Edinburgh change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayEdinburgh £39Buenos Aires, Argentina £2.36
Typical Food Prices in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast£8.50
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Dinner at Filling Station£10
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Lunch for Two£15
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Sandwich£1.85
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Cheese & bread£7.23
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Thai Restaurant Dinner (for 2)£25
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2 Coffees and Scones£5.80
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Turkish Delight£1.40
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Soup at the Pub£5.90
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Edinburgh Fest Food Tour: $52
- Edinburgh Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $90
- Scottish Dinner and Folk Music Experience: $90
- Food Tour with drinks: $110
- Edinburgh Food Tour with Drinks: $112
- 'Scotland meets Sardinia' - 8-course Dinner in Leith, Edinburgh: $114
- 3-Hour Guided Secret Food Tour: $119
- A Taste Of Edinburgh Food Tour. Includes All Food & Drinks: $123
- Taste Of Edinburgh Food Tour With All Food & Drinks Included: $125
- Edinburgh Traditional Food Tour: $125
Typical Food Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Lunch£0.02
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Cup of Coffee£0.01
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Empandas£0.01
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Espresso£0.01
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Dinner (Pizza)£0.01
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Ice Cream£0.01
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Breakfast at Airport£0.03
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Dinner (Sandwiches)£0.01
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Sweets£0.00
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Hot Dog£0.01
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Breakfast (Take-Away)£0.01
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Lunch for 2£0.12
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Cake and Coffee£0.39
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Dinner£1.37
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Powerade£0.08
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Lunch£0.61
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Dinner£0.88
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Chocolate£2.27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Class: $39
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show Ticket Including Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $39
- Tango Show and Optional Dinner at Esquina Homero Manzi: $42
- La Ventana Tango Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $46
- Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $46
- Tango Show and Dinner at: Tango Porteño: $54
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $54
- Mansion Tango Show And Dinner: $55
- El Aljibe Tango Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $55
- Private Walking Tour & Argentinian pizzas Tasting: $58
- Tango Show @ El Querandi with Optional Dinner: $59
- Early Tango Dinner Show with Semi Private Transfer: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Edinburgh £20Buenos Aires, Argentina £2.43
Typical Entertainment Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Edinburgh's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Show Tickets£32
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Movie Tickets for Two£12
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Donation for Storytellers£6.00
Tours and Activities in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.26
- Escape Game and Tour: $3.81
- App self-guided: Tour Edinburgh in Scotland: $4.35
- Audio Tour Royal Mile: from the Castle to "The Tron Kirk": $5.43
- Edinbourgh, Royal mile: walking tour with audio guide: $5.44
- Self Guided Royal mile Audio Tour in Edinburgh: $5.53
- Edinburgh Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.63
- Edinburgh Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $5.66
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.52
- Edinburgh Center/Royal Mile: One Day Audio Tour Experience: $6.53
- Edinburgh Stand Up Comedy Ticket Show in Scotland: $6.56
- Audio Tour through History of Crime: $7.00
Typical Entertainment Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few typical costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Japanese Gardens (for 2)£0.03
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Movie Ticket£0.01
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Tango Class£0.02
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Bar entrance£0.42
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2x1: Día de Campo + Tour Nocturno en Buenos Aires: $220
- Experience the Night of Buenos Aires with electric bikes: $47
- 3-Hour Bike Tour Getting to Know the Best of Buenos Aires: $35
- 3-Hour Private Street Art Tour in La Boca and Barraca: $45
- 3-Hour Tour in Buenos Aires Parisian: $45
- 5hs Small Group City Tour of Buenos Aires (optional street food): $35
- 8 Hours Guided Bike Tour in Delta El Tigre: $140
- A Back-Street Beer Brewing Tour of Buenos Aires: $137
- Argentina Motorcycle tour Paseo Costanera Buenos Aires: $40
- Argentine Football Graffiti of Messi and Maradona Tour: $85
- Arrival by Luxury Van Buenos Aires Cruise Port to Buenos Aires: $58
- BA Bike Tour: Elegance & Inequality Unveiled (Max. 6 People): $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEdinburgh £15Buenos Aires, Argentina £1.31
Typical Alcohol Prices in Edinburgh
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Edinburgh from other travelers:
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Beer & Wine£14
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Half Pint at Tollbooth Tavern£1.65
Sample the Local Flavors in Edinburgh
Also in Edinburgh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Discounts: $12
- Edinburgh Bar Crawl: 5+ Venues, Free Shots, Free Club Entry: $19
- Guided Gin Tasting at 56 North Distillery: $26
- Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour with "Real-Actors": $26
- The Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour: $26
- Tranent: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour and Tasting: $27
- Haggis paired with whisky & gins in 56 North distillery!: $31
- Lind & Lime Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting: $32
- Pub Crawl 7 Bars with 6 Shots: $32
- Whisky Tasting and Tales at Summerhall Distillery: $32
- 5 Hours Edinburgh Halloween Bar Crawl: $33
- Visit a Working South Loch Gin Distillery: $33
Typical Alcohol Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Buenos Aires, Argentina from other travelers:
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Beer£0.01
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Beer (0.66L)£0.01
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Cocktail£0.02
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Alcohol£0.48
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Tapas with Expert Sommelier in Buenos Aires: $40
- Wine Tasting at Downtown Buenos Aires Ego Experience: $42
- Wine Tasting of Argentina's Most Classic and Popular Wines: $42
- Tango Lesson and Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires, Argentina: $48
- BA: Wine tour with 5 tastings stops in the heart of Palermo: $49
- Wine tasting in OASIS Palermo: $55
- Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $55
- BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $55
- Buenos Aires Premium Wine Tasting: $58
- Bodega Gamboa Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $85
- Bodega Gamboa Premium Wine Tasting with Lunch: $85
- Argentine Experience: Immersive 6 Course Menu with Wine Tasting : $98
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Edinburgh and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Edinburgh is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Edinburgh is in Europe and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Edinburgh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Edinburgh than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Edinburgh Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Edinburgh. When comparing the sizes of Edinburgh and Buenos Aires, Argentina, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Buenos Aires, Argentina is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Edinburgh has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Edinburgh during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Edinburgh because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Edinburgh is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the summer. The daily temperature in Edinburgh averages around 14°C (58°F) in July, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 25°C (77°F)in January.
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Edinburgh often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Edinburgh gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun.
Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Edinburgh usually gets less rain in July than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Edinburgh gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryEdinburgh 14°C (58°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Edinburgh and Buenos Aires, Argentina. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Edinburgh this time of year.
In the autumn, Edinburgh is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Edinburgh in October average around 10°C (49°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (65°F)in April.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Buenos Aires, Argentina this time of the year. Edinburgh usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during autumn. Edinburgh gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Buenos Aires, Argentina receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Edinburgh usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Edinburgh gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilEdinburgh 10°C (49°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Edinburgh as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Many travelers come to Edinburgh for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Edinburgh. In January, Edinburgh is generally much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Daily temperatures in Edinburgh average around 3°C (38°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In the winter, Edinburgh often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Edinburgh gets 48 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun.
Edinburgh usually gets less rain in January than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Edinburgh gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyEdinburgh 3°C (38°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Edinburgh or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Edinburgh are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Edinburgh in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Edinburgh is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the spring. The daily temperature in Edinburgh averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Edinburgh usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during spring. Edinburgh gets 132 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In April, Edinburgh usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Edinburgh gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberEdinburgh 7°C (45°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Edinburgh
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 10°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 14°C (58°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 14°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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