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Reading Weather in April

April in Reading averages 14°C (57°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 60 mm (2.4 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Reading in April

Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month, with 60 mm (2.4 in) on average. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Reading in April

In April, Reading gets moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F). Nights cool to around 5°C (41°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Reading in April

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 178 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Reading Temperature in April

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
64% *
Sunshine
178 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
38% *
* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (36 KM, 22 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 Reading in April

The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. 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 Reading 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
    10/10

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