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Ratho weather in April (Lothian, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Ratho usually fare in April? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In April, Ratho tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 12°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Ratho in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 155 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer 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 Ratho climate page with graphs.

 

Ratho, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in April

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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 6°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.

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

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