Wales weather in April
Considering a trip to Wales this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Wales in April?
Wales is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Wales generally has moderate temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C and nighttime temperatures around 6°C in Cardiff.
In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cardiff with an average of 78 mm to moderate rainfall in Swansea with 83 mm. The city Cardiff usually sees around 180 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For a closer look at April's conditions in Wales, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Wales's yearly weather, check out our Wales climate page.
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Popular destinations in Wales
What is the weather like in April for the 2 most popular destinations in Wales?
Average weather in Cardiff
In April Cardiff generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Swansea
In April Swansea generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Wales, in the United Kingdom.
Is April the best time to visit Wales?
In our opinion, April may not be the ideal time to visit Wales due to the typically unpleasant weather in Cardiff.
On average, the best time to visit Wales is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Cardiff. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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