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It's cold in April in Shetland Islands with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 10°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 7°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in April for Shetland Islands, Scotland. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 13°C in 2019, Shetland Islands reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 9°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In April, there is an average of 42 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,5 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in April for Shetland Islands
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shetland Islands. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
April weather comparison
| Shetland Islands | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 9°C | 17°C |
| Max. temperature | 10°C | 22°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 42 mm | 81 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 11 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,5 cm | 0,4 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 1 day |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Shetland Islands with cold temps, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights around 5°C.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 10°C, with nights around 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Shetland Islands is around 9°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in April in Shetland Islands, Scotland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in April in Shetland Islands
Temperature in April in Shetland Islands over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in April in Shetland Islands, Scotland. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in April in Shetland Islands
Total precipitation in April in Shetland Islands over the years
Daily Snowfall in April in Shetland Islands
Snowfall in April in Shetland Islands per year
Daily UV index in April in Shetland Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Shetland Islands, 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.
Weather experiences in April in Shetland Islands
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April in the Shetland Islands proved to be changeable. Cold winds and rain, but also wonderful sunny moments. Temperatures fluctuated between 4 and 10 degrees. Island weather at its best and at its worst!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Shetland Islands by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shetland Islands. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.