Edinburgh Weather in April

Edinburgh in April averages 19°C (66°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Edinburgh in April

On average, there are about 13 days with rain during this month, averaging 135 mm (5.3 in). When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Edinburgh in April

Edinburgh in April gets highs of 19°C (66°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. 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 Edinburgh in April

The city usually sees around 215 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. August and September typically offer the best weather for Edinburgh.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Edinburgh's climate page.

Edinburgh Temperature in April

Min Temperature 6°C (43°F)  

Max Temperature 19°C (66°F)  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 135 mm (5.3 in)  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 215 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 55% *  

* Data from: Indianapolis, the United States of America (48 KM, 30 Miles).

What to Wear in Edinburgh in April

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in April. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Edinburgh in April

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Edinburgh's climate page.

More climate data for Edinburgh

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity

See the full Edinburgh climate overview or explore weather in the United States of America.