April weather forecast
Saanen, Switzerland

April

Weather in April

April is a chilly spring month in Saanen, Switzerland, with an average temperature varying between -1.1°C (30°F) and 8.8°C (47.8°F).

Temperature

The shift from March to April brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 3.5°C (38.3°F) to a chilly 8.8°C (47.8°F). Saanen, in April, witnesses an average low-temperature of -1.1°C (30°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 83%.

Rainfall

In Saanen, during April, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. In Saanen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86 days and collects up to 404mm (15.91") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saanen are January through May, October through December. In Saanen, during April, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Saanen, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 977mm (38.46") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Saanen is 13h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of April, in Saanen, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:38 CEST.

Sunshine

In Saanen, Switzerland, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Saanen 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 the average person.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Saanen?
An average high-temperature, in April, in Saanen, is 8.8°C (47.8°F) and the average low-temperature is -1.1°C (30°F).
What is the average humidity in April in Saanen?
In Saanen, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in April is 83%.
How many days does it rain in April in Saanen?
In Saanen, in April, during 9.6 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in April in Saanen?
In Saanen, Switzerland, during April, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Saanen have in April?
In Saanen, the average day length in April is 13h and 35min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Saanen?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, in Saanen, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 20:38 CEST.
How long on average sun shines in April in Saanen?
In April, the average sunshine duration in Saanen, Switzerland, is 8.7h.
What is the UV index reading in April in Saanen?
The average daily maximum UV index in April in Saanen is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in April: 8.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-0.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -1.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).

Average pressure in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in April: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (79%).

Average rainfall in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in April: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in April: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in April: 57mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in April: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in April: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in April
Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in April: 8km

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

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