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Cornwall Weather in April

Thinking of visiting Cornwall in April? Expect low temperatures reaching 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 0°C (32°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Cornwall in April

Rain is expected on roughly 14 days, totalling around 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Cornwall in April

Daytime temperatures in Cornwall reach 8°C (46°F) in April, dropping to 0°C (32°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights fall to 0°C (32°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Cornwall in April

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 150 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Cornwall. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Cornwall Temperature in April

Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
87 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
150 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
36% *
* Data from: Charlottetown, Canada (6 KM, 4 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 Cornwall in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Cornwall in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Cornwall in April

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

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

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