Weather forecast for the West Highland Way in April

In April, the West Highland Way experiences variable weather conditions. The route sees days of heavy rain and overcast skies interspersed with brief sunny spells. Temperature highs during the month range typically from 6°C to 16°C, while lows can drop to around -6°C on particularly cold days. Rainfall varies, with some days seeing no precipitation and others witnessing heavy showers, leading to a rather wet climate overall.

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Start date
Apr 1
Start town
Milngavie
End date
Apr 8
End town
Fort William
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
8
Total distance
153 km
Daily distance
19.1 km
Average high
7°C
Average low
1°C
Average precipitation
4.8 mm/day

April on the West Highland Way begins with a sequence of cloudy and rainy days. Rainfall is moderate, with temperatures hitting highs between 6°C and 13°C, but lows can reach near freezing. As the route progresses from Milngavie to Drymen and Rowardennan, the climate remains capricious, marking intermittent snow and rain. Highs stay between 1°C and 10°C, with lows occasionally plummeting to -6°C.

From Inverarnan to Tyndrum, weather patterns show heavy rain showers and occasional sunshine. Temperatures fluctuate, with highs ranging from 5°C to 15°C and lows consistently circling around or below freezing. The route through Inveroran and Kingshouse observes bursts of rain showers, which moderate occasionally.

Rain remains a companion in Kinlochleven and Fort William, albeit with less frequency towards the end. Highs here climb up to 12°C, while lows stabilize around 2°C. Despite the persistent rain, periods of cloudiness and sporadic sunshine provide brief relief.

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