April weather forecast
London, United Kingdom

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The large Thames river overlooking the Westminster Palace and the Big Ben clock tower in London, United Kingdom
The large Thames river overlooking the Westminster Palace and the Big Ben clock tower in London, United Kingdom

Weather in April

April brings a definitive arrival of spring, characterized by increased temperatures and considerable daylight hours. It's a marked departure from March's lingering aspects of winter. In contrast to the anticipated warmth of May, April holds a balanced climate, not too cold nor too warm. The chances of rainfall increase, adding to the fresh feeling synonymous with spring. The longstanding winter conditions dissipate completely in April, with the year’s lowest snowfall average of 1mm.

Temperature

The arrival of April brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a cool 10.6°C in March to a refreshing 14.3°C. In London, an average nighttime temperature of 5.5°C is expected during April.

Humidity

In London, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 22mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in London, United Kingdom, are January through April, November and December. April is the last month it regularly snows in London, United Kingdom. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, London aggregates 1mm of snow. Throughout the year, in London, United Kingdom, there are 7.7 snowfall days, and 50mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In London, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm BST.

Sunshine

In London, the average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

In London, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during April translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in London in April?

An average high-temperature, in April, in London, is 14.3°C and the average low-temperature is 5.5°C.

What is the average humidity in April in London?

In April, the average relative humidity in London is 76%.

What is the driest month in London?

The month with the least rainfall in London, United Kingdom, is April, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically collects 22mm of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in April in London?

In London, in April, during 13.1 rainfall days, 22mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in London?

April is the last month it regularly snows in London. During 0.3 snowfall days, in April, London aggregates 1mm of snow.

How many hours of daylight does London have in April?

In London, United Kingdom, the average day length in April is 13h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in London?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in London, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:21 pm BST.

How long on average sun shines in April in London?

In London, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in London?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
London, United Kingdom

Average temperature in April - London, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in April: 14.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in April
London, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
London, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in April - London, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.6km/h).

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Average humidity in April
London, United Kingdom

Average humidity in April - London, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

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Average rainfall in April
London, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in April - London, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in April: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
London, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
London, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
London, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in April - London, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in April
London, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in April - London, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in April
London, United Kingdom

Average UV index in April - London, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
London, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in April - London, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).

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Average visibility in April
London, United Kingdom

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

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

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