Average weather for Aoraki/Mount Cook in April
It's cool in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 15°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 6°C.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Aoraki/Mount Cook with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 4°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps drop to around 11°C, with nights around 2°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Aoraki/Mount Cook is around 12°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
In April, there is an average of 202 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. Of the total precipitation, about 7,7 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Aoraki/Mount Cook in April |
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12°C | 17°C | |
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15°C | 22°C | |
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9°C | -5°C | |
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202 mm | 81 mm | |
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14 days | 11 days | |
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7,7 cm | 0,4 cm | |
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4 days | 1 day |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 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.
Is April a good time to visit Aoraki/Mount Cook?
Looking for sun? April isn’t a good month to be in Aoraki/Mount Cook. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2022, Aoraki/Mount Cook reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -4°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -14°C to a highest value of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Aoraki/Mount Cook, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Aoraki/Mount Cook.
Daily Snowfall in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in April.
Daily UV index in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook, 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.
Temperature in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Aoraki/Mount Cook, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in April for Aoraki/Mount Cook
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Average weather in Aoraki/Mount Cook by month
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