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Ashbourne Weather in April

April in Ashbourne averages 13°C (55°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 67 mm (2.6 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Ashbourne in April

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 67 mm (2.6 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Ashbourne in April

Temperatures in Ashbourne in April top out at 13°C (55°F) and drop to 6°C (43°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Ashbourne in April

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 157 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

Wind Speed in Ashbourne in April

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during April. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in April

The water sits at 9°C (48°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Ashbourne.

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Ashbourne Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 9°C (48°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 157 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 40% *  
* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Ashbourne in April

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in April, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 9°C (48°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Ashbourne in April

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

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

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