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Whitby weather in April (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

Curious about the April weather in Whitby? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Whitby generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 6°C.

Whitby in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 159 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Whitby. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Whitby, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 7°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 159 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Scarborough, the United Kingdom (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in April

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in April and which places have the best weather 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 Whitby in April?

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 7°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 in April.

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

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