Weather in April in Dumfries and Galloway
Considering a trip to Dumfries and Galloway this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Dumfries and Galloway in April?
Dumfries and Galloway is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Dumfries and Galloway generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Portpatrick at 10°C to mild in Annan at 13°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Annan and 7°C in Portpatrick.
Precipitation
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Portpatrick with an average of 75 mm to high rainfall in Carsphairn with 105 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Dumfries, marking it as the year's driest month.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 132 hours of sunlight anticipated in Dumfries. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Dumfries and Galloway in April, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Dumfries and Galloway climate page.
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What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Dumfries and Galloway?
Dumfries
In April Dumfries generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Stranraer
In April Stranraer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Moffat
In April Moffat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kirkcudbright
In April Kirkcudbright generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Gretna Green
In April Gretna Green generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is April the best time to visit Dumfries and Galloway?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Dumfries, April may not be the ideal time to visit Dumfries and Galloway.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Dumfries. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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