Perthshire Weather in April

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

Planning a journey to Perthshire, the United Kingdom this April and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Perthshire in April

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Kinloch Rannoch at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Kinross at 13°C (55°F). At night it cools down to 5°C (41°F) in Kinross and 2°C (36°F) in Kinloch Rannoch.

For specific regional insights in Perthshire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cellardyke with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Kinloch Rannoch with 99 mm (3.9 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Pitlochry, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Pitlochry receives about 147 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 Perthshire by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Perthshire 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 Perthshire

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

Temperature range in Perthshire (April)

Precipitation variation in Perthshire (April)

Pitlochry

In April Pitlochry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Perth

In April Perth 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
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Crieff

In April Crieff generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Aberfeldy

In April Aberfeldy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Dunkeld

In April Dunkeld generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°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)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in April

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pitlochry 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Perth 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Crieff 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Aberfeldy 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Dunkeld 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Blairgowrie 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Perthshire weather in April: frequently asked questions

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

April in Perthshire, the United Kingdom brings poor weather. In Pitlochry, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

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

Average temperatures in Perthshire, the United Kingdom during April range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Pitlochry.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Perthshire, the United Kingdom during April, with Pitlochry averaging close to 83 mm (3.3 in).

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

In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Perthshire, the United Kingdom due to the typically poor weather in Pitlochry.

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

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