If you plan to visit Southend in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +12°C during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 45 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+12°C
Avg. max. temperature
-4°C
Min.
+25°C
Max.
45 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Southend has OK weather in April.
Average temperature in Southend in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Southend for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +17°C during the day to a minimum of +2°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +13°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +11°C to +16°C.
Is Southend warm or cold in April?
Southend is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +10°C to +12°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +4°C to +5°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Southend:
Water temperature in Southend in April
Water in Southend in April is Cold. It varies from +8°C to +11°C, with an average of +9°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +12°C.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Southend are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +7°C.
Can you swim in Southend in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Southend in April, the water is very cold (+9°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Southend in April
Southend weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+10°C
+12°C
+16°C
Min. temperature
-4°C
-4°C
0°C
Max. temperature
+22°C
+25°C
+29°C
Rainfall
42 mm
45 mm
52 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+7°C
+9°C
+11°C
Humidity
78%
75%
75%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
5
7
7
Cloudy days
9
7
7
Rainy days
16
16
16
Snowy days
1
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +10°C to +12°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 42 mm to 45 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 75%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in April, from 5 to 7.
Wind speed in Southend in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Southend is gradually decreasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Southend based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 53% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 88 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Southend wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 60 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 36 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Southend?
This is the weather in Southend in April 2023:
1 April
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+11°C
2 April
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+11°C
3 April
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+10°C
4 April
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+10°C
5 April
☀️
+12°C
6 April
🌧️
+13°C
7 April
☀️
+14°C
8 April
☁️
+12°C
9 April
☁️
+14°C
10 April
🌧️
+14°C
11 April
🌧️
+13°C
12 April
🌧️
+12°C
13 April
☀️
+13°C
14 April
🌧️
+12°C
15 April
🌧️
+14°C
16 April
☁️
+13°C
17 April
☁️
+12°C
18 April
☁️
+11°C
19 April
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+13°C
20 April
☀️
+13°C
21 April
🌧️
+11°C
22 April
☁️
+14°C
23 April
🌧️
+12°C
24 April
☁️
+12°C
25 April
☀️
+11°C
26 April
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+11°C
27 April
🌧️
+12°C
28 April
🌧️
+17°C
29 April
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+13°C
30 April
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+16°C
In April 2023 Southend had 11 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +13°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +10°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 54%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Southend climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Southend in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+12°C) and the highest in 2022 (+16°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 411 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1025 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Southend in April:
Is April a good time to visit Southend?
It’s always a good time to visit Southend, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Southend in April?
April has mild temperatures in Southend. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Southend in April?
Swimming in Southend in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Southend rainy in April?
Southend is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Southend in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Southend in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in United Kingdom
Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Southend, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
