April · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Edinburgh in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Edinburgh in April
Average temperature 7°C, 78 mm of rain, about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
5.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 78 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 9
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Edinburgh scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 7°C, 78 mm of rain, and roughly 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Edinburgh's Old Town climbs a volcanic ridge from the castle down to Holyrood, with the Royal Mile threading closes and courtyards between them.
April in Edinburgh — workable with trade-offs
Expect 7°C (45°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 78 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Edinburgh — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Edinburgh in April?
- In April, Edinburgh averages 7°C, 78 mm of rain, and about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Edinburgh?
- April earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Edinburgh in April?
- Expect about 78 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 9 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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