Lothian Weather in April

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

Thinking about venturing to Lothian, the United Kingdom this April and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Lothian in April

Lothian, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Lothian generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Dunbar at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Linlithgow at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Linlithgow and 6°C (43°F) in Dunbar.

To explore the conditions in Lothian, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dunbar with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Bathgate with 73 mm (2.9 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Edinburgh usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Edinburgh receives about 155 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.

Explore Lothian by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lothian — and find the best time to visit. (based on Edinburgh)

Best Places to Visit in Lothian in April

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

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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 Lothian

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

Temperature range in Lothian (April)

Precipitation variation in Lothian (April)

Edinburgh

In April Edinburgh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
155 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Musselburgh

In April Musselburgh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
155 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Linlithgow

In April Linlithgow 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 unpleasant 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)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
155 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

North Berwick

In April North Berwick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
155 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Livingston

In April Livingston 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 unpleasant 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)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
155 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 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 Lothian, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Edinburgh 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Musselburgh 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Linlithgow 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
North Berwick 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Livingston 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Dunbar 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Lothian weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lothian, the United Kingdom in April?

April in Lothian, the United Kingdom brings unpleasant weather. In Edinburgh, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Lothian, the United Kingdom in April?

Average temperatures in Lothian, the United Kingdom during April range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Edinburgh.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lothian, the United Kingdom during April, with Edinburgh averaging close to 65 mm (2.6 in).

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Edinburgh, April may not be the ideal time to visit Lothian, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Edinburgh. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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