Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across the United Kingdom this April.
The United Kingdom, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in April ranging from 9°C (48°F) in Lerwick to 15°C (59°F) in Peterborough. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C (41°F) in Peterborough and 6°C (43°F) in Lerwick.
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Average daytime highs in the United Kingdom during April reach about 15°C (59°F) in London.
Average overnight lows in the United Kingdom during April sit near 6°C (43°F) in London.
Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Peterborough is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 15°C (59°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 5°C (41°F).
When looking through our records, we find that Lerwick stands out as the coolest city in the United Kingdom for the month of April. Daytime highs average 9°C (48°F) and it cools down to about 6°C (43°F) at night.
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 178 hours of sunlight expected in London. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
The water temperature averages approximately 10°C (50°F) in Southampton this month, so not the best month to swim.
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