Isle of Lewis Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in April.

Planning a trip to Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom this April? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Isle of Lewis in April

Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Isle of Lewis generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Barvas.

For specific regional insights in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

April is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 85 mm (3.3 in) in Barvas.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Barvas gets approximately 150 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.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Isle of Lewis — and find the best time to visit. (based on Barvas)

Best Places to Visit in Isle of Lewis 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 Isle of Lewis

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

Temperature range in Isle of Lewis (April)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Lewis (April)

Barvas

In April Barvas generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
100 hours
150 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Stornoway

In April Stornoway generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
100 hours
150 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Isle of Lewis in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Barvas 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Stornoway 12°C (54°F) 6°C (43°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Isle of Lewis weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in April?

Expect unpleasant weather across Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in April. The popular destination of Barvas averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom in April?

Daytime temperatures in Barvas peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in April, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom. Barvas averages only about 85 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Barvas, April may not be the ideal time to visit Isle of Lewis, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and July offering mostly tolerable weather in Barvas. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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