April weather - Spring 2024 - Zürich, Switzerland

Weather in April
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Average humidity in April
Average rainfall in April
Average rainfall days in April
Average snowfall in April
Average snowfall days in April
Average daylight in April
Average sunshine in April
Average UV index in April

Ships ashore on Lake Zürich, with a view of the Fraumunster and Grossmunster Churches on either side of the water, in Zürich, Switzerland

Weather in April

Zürich in April continues to progress towards milder conditions with the city usually enjoying the first signs of greenery. The average snowfall significantly drops to just 30mm. A notable increase in daylight hours and sunshine sets an optimistic mood in the city, despite lingering cool temperatures. April brings the promise of impending summer but also carries a chance of an occasional late-season chill.

Temperature

Entering April, Zürich notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from March's frosty 9.5°C to a mild 13.8°C. Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 4.5°C in April.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Zürich, in April, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 83mm of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 1133mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, Zürich aggregates 30mm of snow. Throughout the year, in Zürich, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 850mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Zürich, Switzerland, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:54. On the last day of April, in Zürich, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:35 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 5.1h.

UV index

In Zürich, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during April translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Zürich in April?

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Zürich are 13.8°C and 4.5°C respectively.

What is the least humid month in Zürich?

April is the least humid month in Zürich, Switzerland, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in April in Zürich?

The average relative humidity in April in Zürich is 69%.

How many days does it rain in April in Zürich?

In April, in Zürich, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout April, 83mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Zürich?

April is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, Zürich aggregates 30mm of snow.

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

In Zürich, Switzerland, the average day length in April is 13h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Zürich?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:54. On the last day of the month, in Zürich, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 20:35 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zürich have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in April in Zürich?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Zürich is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

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May

Average high temperature

9.5°C

13.8°C

18.5°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average high temperature in April: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

Average low temperature in April: 4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2°C).

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Average humidity in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average humidity in April: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (69%).

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Average rainfall in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average rainfall in April: 83mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (128mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (63mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in April: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average snowfall in April: 30mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (220mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in April: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average daylight in April: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine in April: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

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Average UV index in April
Zürich, Switzerland

Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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April weather forecast
Zürich, Switzerland

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