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Minehead weather in April (Somerset, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in Minehead in April? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Minehead generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 12°C, while night temperatures can drop to 7°C.

Minehead in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The city usually sees around 180 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Minehead climate page with graphs.

 

Minehead, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 9°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 180 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 41% *  
* Data from: Cardiff, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in April

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Minehead in April?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 9°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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