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Orkney Weather in April
Orkney in April averages 9°C (48°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 Orkney in April
Typically, you can expect about 18 days of rain this month, with 70 mm (2.8 in) on average. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.
Temperature in Orkney in April
Daytime temperatures in Orkney reach 9°C (48°F) in April, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Orkney in April
With about 139 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Orkney. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Orkney Temperature in April
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
139 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 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 Orkney in April
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Orkney in April. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Orkney in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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