April weather forecast
Canberra, Australia

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Weather in April

April signifies the increased presence of fall in Canberra's weather. This comes with a reduction in temperatures, which contrasts with the initial scorching summer. Noteworthy is the fall in minimum and maximum temperatures, from 18.4°C (65.1°F) to 7.9°C (46.2°F) which is lower than in March. As the month progresses, the chances of rain also decrease, leading to a more dry and cool climate. The changes are indicative of the transformation towards the colder season, a characteristic experience of Australia's Canberra during April.

Temperature

With the onset of April, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from March's agreeable 22.8°C (73°F) to an enjoyable 18.4°C (65.1°F). During the nights in April, Canberra observes an average low-temperature of 7.9°C (46.2°F).

Humidity

In Canberra, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Canberra, during April, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Canberra, there are 129.1 rainfall days, and 392mm (15.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months without snowfall in Canberra.

Daylight

In Canberra, the average length of the day in April is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:58 pm AEDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm AEST.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from AEDT to AEST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AEST to AEDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Canberra is 8.4h.

UV index

In Canberra, Australia, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Canberra?

In Canberra, in April, the average high-temperature is 18.4°C (65.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.9°C (46.2°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Canberra?

In Canberra, Australia, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How much does it rain in Canberra in April?

In Canberra, during April, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Canberra?

In Canberra, Australia, snow does not fall in January through May, November and December.

How many hours of daylight does Canberra have in April?

In April, the average day length in Canberra, Australia, is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Canberra?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:58 pm AEDT. On the last day of the month, in Canberra, Australia, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm AEST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Canberra?

On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from AEDT to AEST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Canberra have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Canberra?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Canberra, Australia, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Canberra, Australia

Average temperature in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average high temperature in April: 18.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.3°C).

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Average pressure in April
Canberra, Australia

Average pressure in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average pressure in April: 1019.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Canberra, Australia

Average wind speed in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average wind speed in April: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Canberra, Australia

Average humidity in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).

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Average rainfall in April
Canberra, Australia

Average rainfall in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average rainfall in April: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Canberra, Australia

Average rainfall days in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Canberra, Australia

Average snowfall in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Canberra, Australia

Average snowfall days in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Canberra, Australia

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Canberra, Australia

Average sunshine days in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in April: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in April
Canberra, Australia

Average UV index in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Canberra, Australia

Average cloud cover in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in April
Canberra, Australia

Average visibility in April - Canberra, Australia
  • Average visibility in April: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (7km).

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