Central Scotland Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Central Scotland, the United Kingdom in April.

Planning a getaway to Central Scotland, the United Kingdom this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Central Scotland in April

Central Scotland, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Central Scotland generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Killin at 10°C (50°F) and mild in Falkirk at 13°C (55°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Falkirk and 2°C (36°F) in Killin.

For a closer look at conditions across Central Scotland, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Boʼness with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Tyndrum with 124 mm (4.9 in). In Stirling, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Stirling gets approximately 155 hours of sunlight in April, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Central Scotland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Central Scotland - and find the best time to visit. (based on Stirling)

Best Places to Visit in Central Scotland in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Central Scotland.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Central Scotland

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Central Scotland, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Central Scotland (April)

Precipitation variation in Central Scotland (April)

Stirling

In April Stirling generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
155 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Callander

In April Callander generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
143 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Drymen

In April Drymen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
143 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Killin

In April Killin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
143 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Falkirk

In April Falkirk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
155 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Central Scotland, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Central Scotland in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stirling 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Callander 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Drymen 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Killin 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Falkirk 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Alloa 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 76 mm (3 in)

Central Scotland weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Central Scotland, the United Kingdom in April?

Expect mixed weather across Central Scotland, the United Kingdom in April. The popular destination of Stirling averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Central Scotland, the United Kingdom in April?

Stirling averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does Central Scotland, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Stirling averages just 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Central Scotland, the United Kingdom.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Central Scotland, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Central Scotland, the United Kingdom due to the typically mixed weather in Stirling.

On average, the best time to visit Central Scotland, the United Kingdom is in June and July with generally very good weather in Stirling. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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