The United Kingdom weather in April
Thinking about venturing to the United Kingdom this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in the United Kingdom in April?
April in the United Kingdom generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Lerwick at 9°C to moderate in Peterborough at 15°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C in Peterborough and 6°C in Lerwick.
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lowestoft with an average of 43 mm to high rainfall in Arisaig with 137 mm. The city London usually sees around 178 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For specific regional insights in the United Kingdom for April, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our the United Kingdom climate page.
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Average weather in London
In April London generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Edinburgh
In April Edinburgh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Blackpool
In April Blackpool generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in York
In April York generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Torquay
In April Torquay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is April the best time to visit the United Kingdom?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in London, April might be a good time to visit the United Kingdom. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in London. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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