Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Bath in April
Bath sees its driest month, with just 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain, highs of 56°F (13°C) and lows of 41°F (5°C).
It scores 72/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (50 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 72/100 · Good
What April feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (13°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 41°F (5°C).
About 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's April.
Plan around April
April is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 3°C (6°F) from March.
- Comfort improves from 58/100 in March to 72/100.
- Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 41°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bath in April
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
The Bell Inn
Community-owned pub on Walcot Street with live music most nights.
Why now April scores 72/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Thermae Bath Spa
Modern spa with a rooftop pool fed by the city's natural thermal water.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 2.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Bath Skyline
Six-mile National Trust walk through meadows and woods above the city.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Royal Crescent
Sweeping arc of 30 Georgian townhouses facing Royal Victoria Park.
Bath Abbey
Gothic abbey with fan vaulting and angels climbing ladders on the west front.
Nearby in April
- The Cotswolds in April~44 mi · highs 55°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- London in April~96 mi · highs 58°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dublin in April~213 mi · highs 52°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Bruges in April~241 mi · highs 57°F, 1.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bath in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Bath?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 72/100 against a best of 85 in May – September. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain. Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so April is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Bath in April?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bath in April?
Not much: about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.0 in (812 mm).
What should I pack for Bath in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 41°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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