Weather in York in April
Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.
Climate Overview
April is a good time to visit York. York has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 14°C, lows of 4°C, and approximately 7 rainy days per month.
14°C
4°C
7days
13.9h
Is April a good time to visit York?
Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.
Daylight
6:07 AM
8:03 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 4°C | 11 | Good |
| February | 9°C | 3°C | 16 | Wet |
| March | 10°C | 2°C | 8 | Good |
| April | 14°C | 4°C | 7 | Good |
| May | 17°C | 7°C | 8 | Excellent (best) |
| June | 18°C | 11°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 19°C | 11°C | 16 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 21°C | 13°C | 15 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 18°C | 10°C | 7 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 13°C | 7°C | 16 | Wet |
| November | 11°C | 5°C | 14 | Wet |
| December | 7°C | 2°C | 18 | 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.
Planning a trip to York?
Common Questions
Is April a good time to visit York? +
April is typically Good for visiting York, with average highs of 14°C and around 7 rainy days.
What should I pack for York in April? +
With highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.
Does it rain a lot in York in April? +
York typically sees around 7 rainy days in April.
How many hours of daylight are there in York in April? +
In April, York gets approximately 13.9 hours of daylight per day.
Is April peak season in York? +
No, April is not peak season in York. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit York? +
The best months to visit York are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
More York Guides
Best Time to Visit
Coming soon
Things to Do
Coming soon
Itineraries
Coming soon
Overview
Complete travel guide for York: top things to do, itineraries, and typical costs.