Cork weather in April (County Cork, Ireland)

What can you expect from the weather in Cork during April? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Cork generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 13°C. But by evening, they drop to around 6°C.

Cork in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 161 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cork climate page with graphs.

 

Cork, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 71%  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 161 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in Ireland in April

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Cork in April?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 9°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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