Weather in April in Wales
Planning a getaway to Wales this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Wales in April?
Wales is a region in the United Kingdom. April in Wales generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C and nighttime temperatures around 6°C in Cardiff.To explore the conditions in Wales in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
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.Average sunshine
Cardiff enjoys a balanced 180 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Wales climate page.
Where to go in Wales in April
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Wales's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in April for the 2 most popular destinations in Wales?
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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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.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Wales.
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