April 16 is generally a great time to visit London. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. Take advantage of the off-peak calm in London to see the sights without the usual crowds.
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Essential Travel Info for London
Currency
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Language
English
Driving
Left side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
London Weather Forecast for April 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14.1°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in London in April
Based on historical data for April 16, London typically experiences temperatures between 4.8°C and 14.1°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for London
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
14.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
61%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.7 hPa
High volatility
London Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 89% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 25 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 38 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 63 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United Kingdom
Flight Traffic
Quiet
28/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~736
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in London
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:04
☀️ Noon
12:01
🌇 Sunset
18:58
⏱️ Daylight
13h 54m
Wind Speed
18.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in London
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, London on April 16 averages 14.1°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 86/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
London Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 19
14.7°C • 15% rain
Score
92
April 20
14.9°C • 19% rain
Score
90
April 18
14.5°C • 16% rain
Score
88
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📍 Is London Worth Visiting on April 16?
Planning a trip to London on April 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14.1°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 736 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.3°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to -1.3°C in 2021.