Glasgow · April
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 52°F, low 38°F. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
52° / 38°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
12 mph
What April feels like in Glasgow
Sunrise
06:10
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:23
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Glasgow in April
The kit for April in Glasgow: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+5° avg high
-4 rain days
Glasgow in March →
April
52°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: midday
vs May
-6° avg high
-2 rain days
Glasgow in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Glasgow in April?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Glasgow in April?+
Average high 52°F, average low 38°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Glasgow?+
Compared to March (avg high 48°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 58°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Glasgow in April?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in April, on average.