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Portlethen Weather in April

Portlethen in April sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Around 60 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Portlethen in April

Expect around 16 days of rain based on historical data, with 60 mm (2.4 in) average. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Portlethen in April

In April, expect low temperatures in Portlethen, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Portlethen in April

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 155 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Wind Speed in Portlethen in April

In April, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

Average water temperature in April

At 7°C (45°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

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

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Portlethen Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 7°C (45°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 60 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in April

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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 Portlethen in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Portlethen 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Expect water temperatures of around 7°C (45°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Portlethen in April

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

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

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