April weather forecast
Locarno, Switzerland

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Weather in April

April in Locarno marks the full-fledged arrival of spring. The cityscape revives with vibrant blossoms replacing the melting snow. With an increase in average temperature, reaching a high of 9.8°C (49.6°F) and a low of 1.3°C (34.3°F), visitors can enjoy the spring freshness. With elongated daylight hours, the days get more radiant, perfect for meandering through Locarno's picturesque pathways. As one of the warmer spring months, it's an attractive time for inaugurating picnics in Magnolia-filled parks and visiting the city's famous landmark, Madonna del Sasso.

Temperature

April's arrival in Locarno, Switzerland, coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from March's cold 5.6°C (42.1°F) to a frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F). In Locarno, the average temperature during the nights of April drops to an icy 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Locarno is 80%.

Rainfall

In April, in Locarno, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout April, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.8 rainfall days, and 1253mm (49.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Locarno are January through May, October through December. In Locarno, in April, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 50mm (1.97") of snow. In Locarno, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.5 days and aggregates up to 1500mm (59.06") of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of April in Locarno, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:32 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Locarno is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Locarno is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in April translates into this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Locarno in April?

In April, in Locarno, the average high-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.3°C (34.3°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Locarno?

In April, the average relative humidity in Locarno, Switzerland, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in April in Locarno?

In April, in Locarno, Switzerland, the rain falls for 20.1 days. Throughout April, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Locarno in April?

In Locarno, in April, during 2.8 snowfall days, 50mm (1.97") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Locarno?

In Locarno, the average day length in April is 13h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Locarno?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:53. On the last day of the month, in Locarno, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:32 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Locarno?

In Locarno, Switzerland, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Locarno?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Locarno is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average temperature in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in April: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.9°C).

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Average pressure in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average pressure in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average wind speed in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average humidity in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average rainfall in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in April: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in April: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average snowfall in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in April: 50mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (334mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in April: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (3.1 days).

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Average UV index in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average UV index in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in April: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in April
Locarno, Switzerland

Average visibility in April - Locarno, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September, October and November (8km).

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