Edinburgh · April
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 51°F, low 40°F. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
51° / 40°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
15/mo
Wind
13 mph
What April feels like in Edinburgh
Sunrise
06:05
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:19
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Edinburgh in April
The kit for April in Edinburgh: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+4° avg high
-5 rain days
Edinburgh in March →
April
51°F avg high
15 rain days
Best: midday
vs May
-5° avg high
-2 rain days
Edinburgh in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Edinburgh in April?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Edinburgh in April?+
Average high 51°F, average low 40°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Edinburgh?+
Compared to March (avg high 48°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 57°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Edinburgh in April?+
Expect about 15 measurable rain days in April, on average.