Scottish 10K

About the Event

Start your Sunday with a fast, scenic coastal run at the Scottish 10K, a premier 10-kilometer road race set for Sunday, 16 August 2026 in the beautiful county of East Lothian. With a 9:00 AM start, this event is renowned for its flat, fast, and accurately measured course, offering ideal conditions for runners of all levels to achieve a personal best while enjoying stunning coastal views. Perfectly organised for both competitive athletes and recreational runners, it provides a fantastic opportunity to experience the renowned running heritage and welcoming community spirit of Scotland. Further details on the specific start venue, charities, and registration will be available soon. Mark your calendar for a classic, well-supported Scottish running event that combines pure performance with East Lothian's famous scenery.

Races Offered

10K

Aug 16, 2026

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Distance — 10K

terrain

Type — —

timer

09:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Edinburgh.

thermostat Temperature

12.5° / 18.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

9.6° / 15.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 44m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

16.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:46

nightlight Sunset

20:45

About Edinburgh

Learn more about the host city, Edinburgh.

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, located in the Central Belt of the country. With a population of 526,470 in the urban area in 2021, and 901,455 in the metropolitans, Edinburgh fizzes with a cosmopolitan yet uniquely Scottish atmosphere. Old volcanoes ensure a dramatic natural setting, with the imposing castle atop one. The city combines medieval relics, Georgian grandeur and a powerful layer of modern life with contemporary avant-garde. Medieval palaces, Gothic churches and fascinating historical buildings rub shoulders with the best of modern architecture, such as the Scottish Parliament and the National Museum of Scotland. Variously dubbed "Auld Reekie" or "Athens of the North", but usually just plain "Embruh", it hosts great restaurants, shops, pubs, wild and mild clubs, and an unrivalled programme of events and festivals throughout the year.