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Slateford weather in April (Lothian, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Slateford this April? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In April, Slateford tends to experience moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 4°C.

Precipitation

Slateford in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 15 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 155 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Slateford climate page with graphs.

 

Slateford, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 155 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in April

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 6°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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