April weather forecast
Whakatane, New Zealand

April

Weather in April

April brings a further decrease in temperatures to Whakatane, ranging from 9.2°C (48.6°F) to 17.5°C (63.5°F). It also happens to be one of the months with the highest recorded rainfall of 57mm (2.24"). Amidst the showers, the city witnesses an average of 13.5 days of sunshine, casting a cheerful warmth. Even though temperatures are mild during this time, there is an absence of any snowfall, marking the continuity of the warmer climate.

Temperature

The transition to April in Whakatane results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 20.7°C (69.3°F) in March to a refreshing 17.5°C (63.5°F). Throughout April, the temperature falls to an average low of 9.2°C (48.6°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Whakatane, New Zealand, during April, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Whakatane, New Zealand, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 748mm (29.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Whakatane, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Sea temperature

In Whakatane, the average seawater temperature in April is 19.6°C (67.3°F).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 19.6°C (67.3°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Whakatane is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of April in Whakatane, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:05 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:26 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 Whakatane, the average sunshine in April is 6.7h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in April leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Whakatane in April?
The high-temperature, in April, in Whakatane, is 17.5°C (63.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 9.2°C (48.6°F).
What is the average humidity in April in Whakatane?
In April, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How much does it rain in Whakatane in April?
In Whakatane, New Zealand, in April, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Whakatane?
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Whakatane.
How cold is the water in April in Whakatane?
In Whakatane, New Zealand, in April, the average water temperature is 19.6°C (67.3°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°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).
How many hours of daylight does Whakatane have in April?
The average day length in April in Whakatane is 11h and 7min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April in Whakatane?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:05 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:26 pm NZST.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Whakatane?
On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Whakatane, 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 many hours of sunshine does Whakatane have in April?
In Whakatane, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.7h.
What is the UV index reading in April in Whakatane?
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Whakatane, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 17.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.1°C).

Average pressure in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in April: 19.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.1°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in April
Whakatane, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in April: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, August and September (7km).

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