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South East Scotland Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in South East Scotland, Scotland in April.

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Considering a trip to South East Scotland, Scotland this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in South East Scotland in April

South East Scotland, Scotland is a region in Scotland. April in South East Scotland 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 5°C (41°F) in Dundee.

For a closer look at conditions across South East Scotland, Scotland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

April is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 63 mm (2.5 in) in Dundee. In Dundee, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Dundee gets around 147 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 South East Scotland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in South East Scotland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Dundee)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in South East Scotland in April

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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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 South East Scotland

What is the weather like in April for the most popular destinonation in South East Scotland, Scotland?

Dundee

In April Dundee 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.

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March
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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
118 hours
147 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
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South East Scotland weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in South East Scotland, Scotland in April?

In April, South East Scotland, Scotland generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Dundee sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in South East Scotland, Scotland in April?

In Dundee, the average daytime high in April is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does South East Scotland, Scotland get a lot of rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in South East Scotland, Scotland during April, with Dundee averaging close to 63 mm (2.5 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit South East Scotland, Scotland?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to South East Scotland, Scotland with often unpleasant weather in Dundee.

On average, the best time to visit South East Scotland, Scotland is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Dundee. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in South East Scotland.

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