2026 Climate Averages

Weather in London in April

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

April is a good time to visit London. London has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 17°C, lows of 6°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.

Avg High

17°C

Avg Low

6°C

Rainy days

5days

Daylight

13.8h

Is April a good time to visit London?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:08 AM

Sunset

7:55 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 9°C 4°C 12 Good
February 10°C 4°C 15 Wet
March 11°C 3°C 10 Good
April 17°C 6°C 5 Good
May 19°C 8°C 1 Excellent (best)
June 20°C 12°C 18 Excellent (best)
July 22°C 13°C 10 Good
August 23°C 15°C 11 Good
September 20°C 11°C 6 Excellent (best)
October 14°C 8°C 20 Wet
November 12°C 6°C 10 Good
December 8°C 3°C 13 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for April

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

Planning a trip to London?

Common Questions

Is April a good time to visit London? +

April is typically Good for visiting London, with average highs of 17°C and around 5 rainy days.

What should I pack for London in April? +

With highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in London in April? +

London typically sees around 5 rainy days in April.

How many hours of daylight are there in London in April? +

In April, London gets approximately 13.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is April peak season in London? +

No, April is not peak season in London. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit London? +

The best months to visit London are May, June, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/London)

Last Updated: January 2026

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