Weather in April
April's arrival in Sunderland presents a noticeable shift in the temperature regime. The sea temperature rises considerably from March's values, reaching 8.2°C (46.8°F). On the brighter side, this month experiences longer daylight hours which contribute to the land's warming up process. The clear sky days increase, fostering a more outdoors-friendly climate as Sunderland marches towards May. Warming trends intensify and Sunderland nears the threshold of summer.
Note: Diving into 8.2°C (46.8°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of April, in Sunderland, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:39 pm BST.
Sea temperature
In Sunderland, in April, the average water temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F).Note: Diving into 8.2°C (46.8°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 14h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of April, in Sunderland, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:39 pm BST.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in April in Sunderland?
In Sunderland, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in April is 8.2°C (46.8°F). Swimming in 8.2°C (46.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
What is the average length of the day in April in Sunderland?
The average day length in April in Sunderland is 14h and 9min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Sunderland?
On the first day of April in Sunderland, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 8:39 pm BST.
Average sea temperature in April
Sunderland, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in April: 8.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.7°C).
Average daylight in April
Sunderland, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in April: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
Sunderland, United Kingdom
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