April · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Cambridge in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cambridge in April
Average temperature 9°C, 43 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.3/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 43 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Cambridge scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 9°C, 43 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cambridge compresses college courts, the Backs, and the Cam's punting route into a walkable few square miles.
April in Cambridge — reliably good (6th best month)
Expect 9°C (48°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 43 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cambridge in April?
- In April, Cambridge averages 9°C, 43 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Cambridge?
- April earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cambridge in April?
- Expect about 43 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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