April weather forecast
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

April

Weather in April

April introduces a new dynamic to the weather puzzle in Lake Tekapo. As nature retreats into a sleepier state, the symptomatic winter weather starts to assert itself. A dramatic increase in snowfall to 393mm (15.47") heralds the arrival of a more persistent winter climate, with snow decorating the town and mountains over 4.4 days. The winds maintain a steady rhythm, stirring the clouds to cover 44% of the sky. Frequent moments of rain, observed over approximately 14 days, tap gently against rooftops, announcing the departure of fall and the approaching winter serenity.

Temperature

As April commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F) in March to a frosty 9.1°C (48.4°F). April in Lake Tekapo generally records an average low-temperature of 2.9°C (37.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Lake Tekapo is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lake Tekapo, in April, during 14.2 rainfall days, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139 days and collects up to 1917mm (75.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In April, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout April, 393mm (15.47") of snow is accumulated. In Lake Tekapo, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.9 days and aggregates up to 6417mm (252.64") of snow.

Daylight

In Lake Tekapo, the average length of the day in April is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 7:28 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:40 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 April, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In Lake Tekapo, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in April translates into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Lake Tekapo?
Lake Tekapo in April has an average high-temperature of 9.1°C (48.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.9°C (37.2°F).
What is the average humidity in April in Lake Tekapo?
In April, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How many days does it rain in April in Lake Tekapo?
In April, in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout April, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in April in Lake Tekapo?
In Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, during April, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 393mm (15.47") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Lake Tekapo have in April?
In Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, the average day length in April is 10h and 53min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Lake Tekapo?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 7:28 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:40 pm NZST.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Lake Tekapo?
On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, 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 Lake Tekapo?
In Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.2h.
What is the UV index reading in April in Lake Tekapo?
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Tekapo is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average rainfall
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average temperature in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 9.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 2.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-3.3°C).

Average pressure in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average pressure in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average wind speed in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average humidity in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and October (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (83%).

Average rainfall in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average rainfall in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 160mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (233mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (106mm).

Average rainfall days in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average snowfall in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in April: 393mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1245mm).
The month with the least snowfall is March (31mm).

Average snowfall days in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in April: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.9 days).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lake Tekapo, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.5 days).

Average UV index in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average UV index in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in April - Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Average visibility in April
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in April: 8km

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

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