Weather forecast for the South West Coast Path in April

The South West Coast Path usually has mild weather with a mix of sunny, cloudy, and rainy days. Starting in Minehead and moving along the coast, temperatures often range from 9°C to 16°C during the day and from 3°C to 10°C at night.

In the early sections through Somerset and Devon, expect daytime temperatures of 10°C to 14°C and nighttime temperatures of 3°C to 9°C. Cloudy days with some rain are common. Moving further south into Devon and Cornwall, the daily highs and lows stay about the same, but there will be a bit more sunshine and less rain.

In Cornwall, temperatures are slightly higher, with daytime highs of 13°C to 16°C and nighttime lows of 8°C to 10°C. April often brings some rain and a few sunny periods. Cloudy days are still common, but there will be occasional sunny breaks.

Overall, the weather along the path doesn't change much but is generally rainier in the northern parts and a bit sunnier as you go south. Be ready for varying weather conditions, as the Atlantic can cause sudden changes.

Start date
Apr 1
Start town
Minehead
End date
May 22
End town
South Haven Point
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
Total days
52
Total distance
1009 km
Daily distance
19.4 km
Average high
12°C
Average low
8°C
Average precipitation
1.9 mm/day

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