Scotland in april: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Scotland in april 2025
In this section, find the the weather forecast for the month of april for most popular cities in Scotland. These predictions are probabilities for april from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in april in Edinburgh
very bad weather 8.4cm
Weather at 6am
43°F
Partly Cloudy
26% of time
26%
24%
9%
Weather at 12pm
52°F
Cloudy
28% of time
24%
22%
20%
Weather at 6pm
49°F
Clear/Sunny
28% of time
23%
23%
18%
Weather at 3am
41°F
27%
22%
18%
12%
Where to go in Scotland in april?
Where to go in Scotland in april: destination map
Where to go in each region in april?
| Central Region (Stirling, Falkirk, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park...) | 49°F to 52°F | 2 à 3 days | 47°F to 49°F | very bad weather |
| East Coast of Scotland (Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee...) | 45°F to 52°F | 1 à 6 days | 47°F to 49°F | bad weather* |
| Highland (Inverness, Fort William, Skye...) | 47°F to 52°F | 1 à 8 days | 47°F to 49°F | very bad weather* |
| Orkney Islands (Kirkwall...) | 49°F | 6 days | 47°F | bad weather |
| Outer Hebrides (Stornoway...) | 50°F | 8 days | 49°F | bad weather |
| Shetland Islands (Lerwick...) | 47°F to 49°F | 2 à 6 days | 47°F | bad weather* |
| West Coast of Scotland (Glasgow, Dumfries, Isle of Mull...) | 50°F to 52°F | 4 à 8 days | 49°F | bad weather* |
Where should you go in Scotland in april when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Scotland in april ranges from bad to very bad depending on the region and city.
The cold and rainy days mark the climate throughout April in Scotland. If in most European cities, the month of April announces the return of the good weather, in Scotland throughout April there is only a slight rise in temperature. Only the humidity level, varying from one locality to another, differentiates the quality of climatic conditions.
West of Scotland in April
Temperatures rarely exceed 10° C in most of the localities in the western part of Scotland. The quality of the weather in Scotland throughout April depends on the abundance of rain. Thus, the sun continues to favor the climate in the locality of Skye.
Eastern Scotland in April
The climatic conditions on the eastern part of Scotland are almost identical to those of the rest of the country. Mornings are cold even if temperatures remain above zero. In the middle of the morning, expect a few fine rains. Such is the same in the afternoons.
Northern Scotland and the Shetland Islands in April
The mild and humid days characterize the climate of northern Scotland. Thus, with temperatures rarely exceeding 10° C, it is imperative to wear waterproof clothing if one wants to feel comfortable during their visit to this part of the country or during a hike.
Climate in Scotland in april
Climate in Edinburgh in april
In the month of april, the mean temperature in Edinburgh is 47°F (maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is quite cool here in this month, but it is tolerable by dressing cosy. With 2.4in over 4 days, rain may occur during your stay. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 47°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (12%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 52% | ||
| Length of day | 14:13 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Aberdeen in april
In the month of april, maximum temperature is 50°F and minimum temperature is 43°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is quite fresh in this location in the month of april, but it is liveable by dressing warm. With 2in over 3 days, rain may occur during your holidays. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a bad climate, april is not recommended month to go in this locality.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 47°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (12%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 51% | ||
| Length of day | 14:19 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Glasgow in april
In the month of april, the mean temperature in Glasgow is 47°F (maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 41°F). The climate is quite cool in this city in the month of april, but it is livable when dressing cosy. With 3.4in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your trip. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 48°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 55% | ||
| Length of day | 14:12 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Inverness in april
In april, maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 41°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is relatively cold there in april, but it is liveable by dressing warm. With 1.5in over 1 days, rain may be scarce during your stay.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 46°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (5%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 52% | ||
| Length of day | 14:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Dumfries in april
In the month of april, maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 41°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is rather cool in that area in april, but it is livable by dressing cosy. With 3in over 5 days, rain may occur throughout your journey. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
| April | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (16%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 52% | ||
| Length of day | 14:09 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Scotland in april
| Edinburgh in april | very bad weather |
| Aberdeen in april | bad weather |
| Glasgow in april | very bad weather |
| Inverness in april | very bad weather |
| Dumfries in april | very bad weather |
| Dundee in april | very bad weather |
| Falkirk in april | very bad weather |
| Fort William in april | very bad weather |
| Isle of Mull in april | bad weather |
| Kirkwall in april | bad weather |
| Lerwick in april | bad weather |
| Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park in april | very bad weather |
| Skye in april | bad weather |
| Stirling in april | very bad weather |
| Stornoway in april | bad weather |
| Applecross in april | bad weather |
| Cairngorms National Park in april | very bad weather |
| Durness in april | bad weather |
| Eyemouth in april | bad weather |
| Fort Augustus in april | very bad weather |
| Glen Trool in april | bad weather |
| Glencoe in april | very bad weather |
Weather data for Scotland in april:
Weather data for Scotland in april is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Scotland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Scotland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Scotland.