Sea Temperature in Orkney in April

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the North Sea in Orkney in April. Historical daily data. Climate details for April. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Orkney. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Orkney in April

43°F

MINIMUN

46°F

AVERAGE

48°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in April in Orkney

Water Temperature Chart for North Sea in Orkney in April

Sea Temperature Table in Orkney in April Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Apr 1	45°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 2	45°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 3	46°C	45°C	45°C	46°C
Apr 4	45°C	43°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 5	45°C	45°C	43°C	45°C
Apr 6	45°C	45°C	43°C	44°C
Apr 7	45°C	45°C	43°C	44°C
Apr 8	45°C	45°C	43°C	44°C
Apr 9	45°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 10	45°C	45°C	45°C	45°C
Apr 11	45°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 12	45°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 13	45°C	45°C	43°C	45°C
Apr 14	45°C	45°C	43°C	44°C
Apr 15	45°C	45°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 16	45°C	45°C	45°C	45°C
Apr 17	45°C	45°C	45°C	45°C
Apr 18	45°C	45°C	45°C	45°C
Apr 19	46°C	45°C	46°C	46°C
Apr 20	46°C	46°C	46°C	46°C
Apr 21	45°C	46°C	45°C	45°C
Apr 22	46°C	46°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 23	45°C	46°C	46°C	46°C
Apr 24	45°C	46°C	45°C	46°C
Apr 25	45°C	46°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 26	45°C	46°C	48°C	46°C
Apr 27	46°C	46°C	46°C	46°C
Apr 28	46°C	46°C	46°C	46°C
Apr 29	46°C	46°C	43°C	46°C

Orkney Climate and Swimming Opportunities in April

48°F

Average Day Air Temperature

23°F

Average Night Air Temperature

1 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

9 days

Number of Rainy Days

14 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

7 mph

Average Wind Speed

59%

Average
humidity

Orkney lies within the Scotland in United Kingdom. The average daytime temperature in Orkney in April is 9°C (49°F), while the nighttime average is -5°C (23°F). There are typically nine rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 35 mm (1.4 inches). The daylight duration in April in Orkney is 14 hours, with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in April is 11 km/h (7 mph), and the humidity level is around 59%.

The water temperature in Orkney in April ranges from 6°C to 8°C (43°F to 46°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 7°C (45°F), shifting to 7°C (45°F) by mid-April and reaching 8°C (46°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Orkney for April is 7°C (45°F). Still too cold for most swimmers. Only short dips in proper gear are advisable.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in April in Orkney

What is the sea temperature in Orkney in April?

The water temperature in the North Sea in Orkney in April ranges from 6°C to 8°C (43°F to 46°F).

Is it possible to swim in the North Sea in Orkney in April?

The average sea temperature in Orkney in April is 7°C (45°F), and the air temperature is 9°C (49°F), so still too cold for most swimmers. Only short dips in proper gear are advisable.