April weather forecast
Wellington, New Zealand

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A red cable bus on the road in Wellington, New Zealand, with the view of the sea, mountains, and the city in the distance
A red cable bus on the road in Wellington, New Zealand, with the view of the sea, mountains, and the city in the distance

Weather in April

Crushing into autumn, April brings radical changes to Wellington's weather patterns compared to the previous season. The dropping temperatures coupled with an average of 37mm (1.46") rainfall signify the transition from warm to cooler weather. The daylight hours continue to shrink, providing less time for outdoor activities. The latter part of the month sees a further dip in temperatures, making it significantly cooler compared to the subsequent month of May. It is during this time, Wellingtonians begin to feel the chill in the air, calling for warmer clothing.

Temperature

Wellington signifies an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 15.8°C (60.4°F) in April, closely mirroring the 17.8°C (64°F) of March. A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Wellington is noticed in April, marking the average low at a still moderate 13°C (55.4°F).

Humidity

February through April and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In April, in Wellington, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout April, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Wellington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.3 days and collects up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In April, the average sea temperature in Wellington is 15.5°C (59.9°F).
Note: Most individuals do not find swimming at 15.5°C (59.9°F) to be enjoyable. As the water temperature declines below 21°C (69.8°F), maintaining control over one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Wellington, New Zealand, is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT. On the last day of April, in Wellington, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:28 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 in Wellington is 7.5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Wellington, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during April leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. 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 is the temperature in April in Wellington?

In April, in Wellington, the average high-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).

What are the most humid months in Wellington?

The months with the highest humidity are February through April and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in April in Wellington?

In Wellington, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

How much does it rain in Wellington in April?

In April, in Wellington, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout April, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in April in Wellington?

In Wellington, in April, the average water temperature is 15.5°C (59.9°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.5°C (59.9°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

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

In Wellington, the average day length in April is 10h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Wellington?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 7:12 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:28 pm NZST.

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

On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Wellington, 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 Wellington?

In Wellington, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in April in Wellington?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Wellington is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average temperature in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 15.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 13°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

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Average pressure in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average pressure in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1012.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average wind speed in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 24.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (23.1km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average humidity in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

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Average rainfall in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average rainfall in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in April: 15.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average UV index in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in April
Wellington, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in April - Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in April
Wellington, New Zealand

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

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

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