April · United Kingdom
Best time to visit Oxford in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Oxford in April
Average temperature 9°C, 45 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 45 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Oxford scores 8.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 9°C, 45 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Oxford's colleges, the Radcliffe Camera, and the Cherwell give the city its stone-and-water character.
April holds up well in Oxford — 5th best month
Expect 9°C (48°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 45 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.2/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Oxford in April?
- In April, Oxford averages 9°C, 45 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.2/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Oxford?
- April earns a 8.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Oxford in April?
- Expect about 45 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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