April weather forecast
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

englishespañol中文
Share
Edinburgh in Scotland, United Kingdom, across from the lovely Princess Street Gardens
Edinburgh in Scotland, United Kingdom, across from the lovely Princess Street Gardens

Weather in April

April in Edinburgh witnesses a significant shift in the weather with a noticeable decrease in both rainfall and wind speed, heralding the arrival of spring in earnest. Daylight hours increase to 14.2 hours a day, indicating longer sunny days, suggesting milder weather. Despite this, it is still advisable to dress warmly as April can throw in surprising chilly days. Being one of the best months for outdoor activities, April creates a vibrant atmosphere in the city.

Temperature

Edinburgh's April reports an average high-temperature of a fresh 10.6°C (51.1°F), exhibiting a minor difference from March. Throughout the month of April, the average temperature in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, dips to a wintry 4°C (39.2°F) at night.

Humidity

April is the least humid month in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall in Edinburgh. Rain falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Edinburgh, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

In Edinburgh, United Kingdom, in April, the average water temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F).
Note: While a brief time in 8.2°C (46.8°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is already bracing, plunging below 10°C (50°F) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of April, in Edinburgh, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:50 pm BST.

Sunshine

April and June, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

UV index

In Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in April interprets into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Edinburgh in April?

During April, Edinburgh experiences an average high-temperature of 10.6°C (51.1°F) and a low-temperature of 4°C (39.2°F).

What is the least humid month in Edinburgh?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, April is the least humid month in Edinburgh.

What is the average humidity in April in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

What is the driest month in Edinburgh?

The month with the least rainfall in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, is April, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically collects 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Edinburgh in April?

In Edinburgh, United Kingdom, during April, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Edinburgh in April?

In April, it doesn't snow. March is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the water temperature in April in Edinburgh?

In Edinburgh, in April, the average water temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F). Swimming in 8.2°C (46.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Edinburgh have in April?

In April, the average day length is 14h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Edinburgh?

On the first day of April in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 8:50 pm BST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Edinburgh?

The months with the most sunshine in Edinburgh are April and June, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Edinburgh have in April?

In Edinburgh, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Edinburgh?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average temperature in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in April: 10.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

[Resources]

Average pressure in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average pressure in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in April: 15.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).

[Resources]

Average humidity in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average humidity in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in April: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

Average sea temperature in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in April: 8.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).

[Resources]

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average UV index in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

[Resources]

Average visibility in April
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Average visibility in April - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June and July (8km).

[Resources]

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location