Highland weather in April
Planning a journey to Highland this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Highland in April?
Highland is a region in Scotland. April in Highland generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C and nighttime temperatures around 4°C in Balmacara.
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sallachy with an average of 134 mm to high rainfall in Mallaig with 145 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Balmacara. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 140 hours of sunlight anticipated in Balmacara. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Highland for April, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Highland climate page.
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What is the weather like in April for the 5 most popular destinations in Highland?
Balmacara
In April Balmacara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sallachy
In April Sallachy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Inverinate
In April Inverinate generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Glenelg
In April Glenelg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kintail
In April Kintail generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Highland, in Scotland.
Is April the best time to visit Highland?
In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Highland due to the typically poor weather in Balmacara.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Balmacara.
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