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Kells Weather in April

Thinking of visiting Kells in April? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 13°C (55°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Kells in April

Past climate data indicates that roughly 17 days will see rain, totalling around 103 mm (4.1 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Kells in April

April in Kells sees highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Kells in April

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 157 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Kells 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

At 10°C (50°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

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

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Kells Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C (50°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 157 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 38% *  
* Data from: Valentia, Ireland (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Best Places in Ireland in April

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Kells in April

Pack for changing conditions in Kells in April. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. With water temperatures around 10°C (50°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Kells in April

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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