April weather forecast
Waikaia, New Zealand

April

Weather in April

April, like March, in Waikaia, New Zealand, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 3.2°C (37.8°F) and 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Temperature

As March shifts into April, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a mild 15°C (59°F) to a fresh 11.3°C (52.3°F). Waikaia, during the nights of April, experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, in Waikaia, New Zealand, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout April, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. In Waikaia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Waikaia is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:34 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:43 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

The average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Waikaia in April?
April temperatures in Waikaia vary between a high-temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F) and a low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F).
What is the average humidity in April in Waikaia?
In Waikaia, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in April is 83%.
How many days does it rain in April in Waikaia?
In Waikaia, New Zealand, in April, during 14.4 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Waikaia in April?
In Waikaia, New Zealand, in April, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 11mm (0.43") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Waikaia have in April?
The average day length in April in Waikaia is 10h and 48min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Waikaia?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:34 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, in Waikaia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:43 pm NZST.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Waikaia?
On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am.
How many hours of sunshine does Waikaia have in April?
In April, the average sunshine duration in Waikaia is 7.4h.
What is the UV index reading in April in Waikaia?
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Waikaia, New Zealand, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average pressure in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average wind speed in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average humidity in April
Waikaia, 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%).

Average rainfall in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average rainfall days in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average snowfall in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average snowfall days in April
Waikaia, 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).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

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).

Average sunshine days in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average UV index in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average cloud cover in April
Waikaia, 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).

Average visibility in April
Waikaia, 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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