London weather in April (Greater London, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in London in April? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In April, London typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 15°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C.

London in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 178 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, 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 London climate page with graphs.

 

London, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 57 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 64%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 178 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 38%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in April

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom 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 London 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.

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
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in London.

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