This post is a summary of the London weather in April, including average temperatures and rainfall, with tips on what to pack and things to do.
- Average Temperatures
- How Much Sun/Rain
- What to Wear
- Things to Do
- Weather in London by Season
- Free Tours by Foot
AVERAGE APRIL TEMPERATURES IN LONDON
Daylight hours continue to increase rapidly this month gaining almost 2 extra hours between the 1st and the 30th.
Daytime high temperatures tend to be about 12 C (in mid-50s F) early in April.
However, things warm to about 15-16 C (60 F) by the end of the month with a few afternoons seeing temperatures at or above 21 c (70 F).
Late night and early mornings tend to remain cool early in April, averaging near 4-5C (40F) with a few colder mornings dipping to near 32F (0C).
Towards the end of April, mornings will mostly be 7-8C (in the mid-40s F).
HOW MUCH RAIN IN LONDON IN APRIL?
About 13-14 days will have either sunny or at least partly sunny skies while 18-19 days will record some rainfall with one of these days reporting snow.
Accumulating snow is rare.
April winds are mostly light to moderate but occasionally can be fresh at 20-24 MPH (31-38 KPH).
WHAT TO WEAR IN APRIL
April is changeable so it is best to bring rain gear and a warm coat or jacket for those cooler mornings and evenings.
Also bring some lighter springtime attire for those warmer afternoons, especially if you're visiting later in the month.
A pair or two of good walking shoes are also a must so you can enjoy all of our walking tours!
WHAT TO DO AND SEE IN APRIL IN LONDON
Below is our top 10 list of things to do in London in April. Read our full post on things to do in April in London as well as our post on things to do any time in London, for more ideas.
And if you are planning on visiting many of London’s top attractions, then you should consider a tourist discount pass as you could save up to 50% of retail ticket prices to tours, attractions, and restaurants.
- Watch the London Marathon
- Celebrate St. George's Day
- Visit the Queen's Mews
- Enjoy Some Java at the Coffee Festival
- Watch a Football Match
- Take in an Easter service at St. Paul’s Cathedral or Westminster Abbey
- Celebrate Shakespeare's Birthday at the Globe Theatre.
- Celebrate the Queen's Birthday
- Enjoy a late-night session at The Tate Modern
- Walk in the Footsteps of Britain’s Kings and Queens on our Royal Westminster Tour
