Weather in April
With April, Ashburton's weather assumes definite autumnal characteristics. The month sees a considerable drop in temperature to 17.9°C (64.2°F) bringing with it a notable chill in the air. The rainfall remains fairly constant, with only a marginal increase from the previous month. Sunlight hours too diminish, paving the way for longer evenings and shorter days. Despite these changes, April's weather remains balanced between the extremes of summer heat and winter frost.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 7:23 pm NZDT. On the last day of April, in Ashburton, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:36 pm NZST.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.
[Resources]Temperature
The arrival of April in Ashburton suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F) in March to a comfortable 17.9°C (64.2°F). Ashburton experiences a mean temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) during April nights.Rainfall
During April, Ashburton regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. During the entire year, Ashburton aggregates up to 696mm (27.4") of precipitation.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Ashburton is 10h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 7:23 pm NZDT. On the last day of April, in Ashburton, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:36 pm NZST.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average April temperature in Ashburton?
In Ashburton, 17.9°C (64.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 6.4°C (43.5°F) is the average low-temperature during April.
How much does it rain in Ashburton in April?
During April, Ashburton regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Ashburton have in April?
The average day length in April in Ashburton is 10h and 53min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Ashburton?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 7:23 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:36 pm NZST.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Ashburton?
On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Ashburton, New Zealand, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am.
Average temperature in April
Ashburton, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in April: 17.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.7°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 6.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (0.5°C).
Average rainfall in April
Ashburton, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in April: 65.5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (66.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (43.7mm).
Average daylight in April
Ashburton, New Zealand
- Average daylight in April: 10h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
Ashburton, New Zealand
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