April weather forecast
Queenstown, New Zealand

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is a cool autumn month in Queenstown, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 11.3°C (52.3°F) and 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Temperature

In Queenstown, the average high-temperature in April slightly decreases from a mild 15°C (59°F) in March to a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F). The average low-temperature, in April, is 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Queenstown, during 14.4 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Queenstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are March through November. In April, in Queenstown, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout April, 11mm (0.43") of snow is accumulated. In Queenstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 223mm (8.78") of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Queenstown is 10h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:36 pm NZDT. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:47 pm NZST.
Note: On Sunday, 02. April 2023, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 24. September 2023, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Queenstown, New Zealand, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in April interpret into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in April in Queenstown?

In April, the average high-temperature is 11.3°C (52.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.2°C (37.8°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Queenstown?

In April, the average relative humidity in Queenstown is 83%.

How many days does it rain in April in Queenstown?

In April, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout April, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Queenstown in April?

In Queenstown, New Zealand, in April, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 11mm (0.43") of snow.

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

In April, the average day length is 10h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Queenstown?

On the first day of April in Queenstown, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:36 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:47 pm NZST.

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

On Sunday, 02. April 2023, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Queenstown, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 24. September 2023, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in April in Queenstown?

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in April in Queenstown?

In Queenstown, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average temperature in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 11.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 3.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-2.4°C).

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Average pressure in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average pressure in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average wind speed in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (8.4km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average humidity in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (76%).

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Average rainfall in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average rainfall in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average snowfall in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in April: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January and February (0 days).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in April: 10h and 50min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 33min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 50min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

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

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in April - Queenstown, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in April
Queenstown, New Zealand

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

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

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