Dartmoor National Park Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in April.

Planning a trip to Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Dartmoor National Park in April

Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Dartmoor National Park generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Bovey Tracey.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ashburton with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Chagford with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Bovey Tracey receives about 165 hours of sunlight in April, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Dartmoor National Park 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).

Popular Destinations in Dartmoor National Park

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Dartmoor National Park (April)

Precipitation variation in Dartmoor National Park (April)

Bovey Tracey

In April Bovey Tracey generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
165 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Moretonhampstead

In April Moretonhampstead generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
165 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

South Brent

In April South Brent generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
188 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Chagford

In April Chagford generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
165 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Yelverton

In April Yelverton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
188 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Dartmoor National Park in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bovey Tracey 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Moretonhampstead 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 76 mm (3 in)
South Brent 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Chagford 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Yelverton 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Ashburton 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)

Dartmoor National Park weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in April?

Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Bovey Tracey average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in April?

Bovey Tracey averages a daytime maximum of 13°C (55°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom during April, with Bovey Tracey averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Bovey Tracey, April may not be the ideal time to visit Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Dartmoor National Park, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Bovey Tracey. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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