Snowdonia National Park Weather in April

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

Thinking about venturing to Snowdonia National Park, 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 Snowdonia National Park in April

Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Snowdonia National Park generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Betws-y-coed.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Machynlleth with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Beddgelert with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Betws-y-coed gets around 135 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Snowdonia National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Snowdonia National Park - and find the best time to visit. (based on Betws-y-coed)

Best Places to Visit in Snowdonia National Park in April

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

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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 Snowdonia National Park

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

Temperature range in Snowdonia National Park (April)

Precipitation variation in Snowdonia National Park (April)

Betws-y-coed

In April Betws-y-coed 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 mixed 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
85 hours
135 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Dolgellau

In April Dolgellau 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 mixed that month.

March
April
May
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
135 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Blaenau-Ffestiniog

In April Blaenau-Ffestiniog 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 mixed 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
85 hours
135 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Beddgelert

In April Beddgelert generally has low 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 mixed 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)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
135 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Dolwyddelan

In April Dolwyddelan 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 mixed 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
85 hours
135 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Snowdonia National Park, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Snowdonia National Park in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Betws-y-coed 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Dolgellau 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Blaenau-Ffestiniog 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Beddgelert 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Dolwyddelan 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Llanberis 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Snowdonia National Park weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom in April?

April in Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom brings mixed weather. In Betws-y-coed, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom in April?

Average temperatures in Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom during April range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Betws-y-coed.

Does Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in April?

Not particularly. Betws-y-coed averages just 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain in April, making it a mostly dry month for Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically mixed weather conditions in Betws-y-coed, April may not be the ideal time to visit Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Snowdonia National Park, the United Kingdom is in June and July with generally very good weather in Betws-y-coed. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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