April weather forecast
Brighton, United Kingdom

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Brown sandy shores of Brighton Beach in the United Kingdom, with a background view of the city buildings
Brown sandy shores of Brighton Beach in the United Kingdom, with a background view of the city buildings

Weather in April

Indeed, April is a pleasant month for Brighton, as spring truly starts to reveal itself. The weather gets noticeably warmer, and the town begins to come back to life. However, despite the improving conditions, sea temperatures remain too low to encourage swimming. Nevertheless, April introduces more sunshine and daylight hours, which accompany the rising temperature and lowering rainfall. For outstanding outdoor activities, April sets a promising stage in Brighton, United Kingdom.

Temperature

The advent of April presents an average high-temperature of a fresh 12.3°C (54.1°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. During the month of April, the temperature in Brighton, United Kingdom, generally drops to a low average of 6.8°C (44.2°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Brighton is 81%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall in Brighton. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Brighton are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Brighton. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Brighton aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Brighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.4 days and aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Brighton, in April, the average water temperature is 9.7°C (49.5°F).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 9.7°C (49.5°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.

Daylight

In Brighton, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:20 pm BST.

Sunshine

In Brighton, the average sunshine in April is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Brighton is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during April leads to these instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Brighton?

In Brighton, in April, the average high-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Brighton?

The average relative humidity in April in Brighton, United Kingdom, is 81%.

What is the driest month in Brighton?

April is the month with the least rainfall in Brighton, United Kingdom. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April in Brighton?

In Brighton, United Kingdom, in April, during 13.1 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Brighton?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in April, Brighton aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

How cold is the water in April in Brighton?

In Brighton, in April, the average water temperature is 9.7°C (49.5°F). Swimming in 9.7°C (49.5°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 Brighton have in April?

In Brighton, the average day length in April is 13h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Brighton?

On the first day of April in Brighton, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:20 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Brighton?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Brighton, United Kingdom, is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Brighton?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in April: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 6.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.2°C).

Average pressure in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in April: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.8km/h).

Average humidity in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (79%).

Average rainfall in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in April: 23mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in April: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in April: 9.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.3°C).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in April
Brighton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in April - Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

Brighton, United Kingdom

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