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The weather in April in France
It's cool to moderate in April in France with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 10°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? April isn’t a good month to be in France. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in April for France. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2018, France reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In April, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,3 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in April for France
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in France. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
April weather comparison
| France | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 17°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 22°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 46 mm | 81 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 11 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,3 cm | 0,4 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 1 day |
Start of April
The month of April starts in France with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 18°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in France is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Check out the climate of France for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in France is based on weather data from Paris. Other places, like Côte d'Azur, Bretagne or Corsica, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in France to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in April in France. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in April in France
Temperature in April in France over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in April in France. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in April in France
Total precipitation in April in France over the years
Daily Snowfall in April in France
Snowfall in April in France per year
Daily UV index in April in France
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in France, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in April in France
The weather in April in France is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to France? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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There were days with wonderful sunshine and pleasant temperatures around 20°C. On the other hand, rainy and cool days were not uncommon. Then a mix of everything.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in France by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for France. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.