Cool
Average highs are around 11°C, so pack for cooler days.
April verdict
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom in April
Weather score24Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 11°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 4.4h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 46mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
April weather
Monthly averages
Temp
11°C
Rain
46mm
Sun
4.4h
Sea
8°C
Weather score
24
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
TemperatureTemp
RainRain
SunSun
SwimSwim
Weather scoreWeather score
Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 46mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.4h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 8°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
April11°C average high
April is close to Edinburgh's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
April46mm average rain
April is close to Edinburgh's usual rainfall pattern, with little seasonal change across the year.
Driest monthsAll year
Rainfall stays comparatively low through the year.
Sun
April4.4 hours average sun
April is brighter than Edinburgh's yearly average, though the strongest sunshine usually sits closer to the peak months.
Brightest monthsMay to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
April8°C average sea
April is below Edinburgh's yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.
Warmest seaJuly to September
Sea temperatures are usually near 14°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
April24 weather score
April sits close to Edinburgh's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJune to August
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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