April weather forecast
Hokitika, New Zealand

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Weather in April

Welcoming autumn, April in Hokitika brings about a distinctive transition in weather conditions from March. With the average temperature resting from 14.4°C (57.9°F) to 10.4°C (50.7°F), tourists generally enjoy the cooler climate as the intensity of summer heat fades away. The decrease in temperature coincides with the considerable amount of rainfall, making it a delightful time for admirers of the rain. While the month sees a decline in sea temperatures and daylight hours, it also marks the beginning of an impressive season of autumn hues and panoramic landscapes. Despite the cooling trend, the majority of the days remain relatively bright, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities.

Temperature

Hokitika's average high-temperature in April is a still refreshing 14.4°C (57.9°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 16.8°C (62.2°F) of March. Hokitika indicates a consistently low-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) during the nights of April.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hokitika, during April, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hokitika, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 1751mm (68.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In April, the average sea temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 15.9°C (60.6°F). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of April in Hokitika, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:41 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.

Sunshine

In Hokitika, the average sunshine in April is 7.1h.

UV index

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during April morphs into the following directions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Hokitika?

Hokitika in April has an average high-temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Hokitika?

In Hokitika, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

How many days does it rain in April in Hokitika?

In Hokitika, New Zealand, in April, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 153mm (6.02") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in April in Hokitika?

In Hokitika, in April, the average water temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F). For most, swimming in 15.9°C (60.6°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

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

In Hokitika, New Zealand, the average day length in April is 10h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Hokitika?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:41 pm NZST.

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

On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Hokitika, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in April in Hokitika?

In Hokitika, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hokitika?

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Hokitika.

How high is the UV index in April in Hokitika?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average temperature in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 14.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 10.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.8°C).

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Average pressure in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average pressure in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average wind speed in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average humidity in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average rainfall in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 153mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (182mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (107mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in April: 15.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.6°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in April: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average UV index in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in April
Hokitika, New Zealand

Average visibility in April - Hokitika, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, October, November and December (9km).

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