Normal weather for Essex in April
It's pleasantly warm in April in Essex with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 12°C.
In April, there is an average of 75 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Essex in April |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
19°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
22°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
75 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 7 days | |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Essex with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 7°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature rises to around 20°C, with nights close to 9°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Essex will be around 20°C, with nights close to 10°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is April a good time to visit Essex?
Want nice weather? Then April is a great time to be in Essex. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Essex in April
With 33°C, Essex hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -3°C to a high of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Essex
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in Essex, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Essex
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Essex, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Essex.
Daily UV Index in April in Essex
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Essex, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in April in Essex Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Essex, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in Essex Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Essex, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in April for Essex
Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Essex. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Essex by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Essex. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
