Average weather for Switzerland in April
It's cool in April in Switzerland with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 7°C.
Start of April
The month of April starts in Switzerland with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 3°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 15°C, with nights around 4°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 Switzerland is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In April, there is an average of 75 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 8,4 cm falls as snow in April. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Switzerland in April |
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14°C | 17°C | |
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18°C | 22°C | |
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11°C | -5°C | |
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75 mm | 81 mm | |
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11 days | 11 days | |
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8,4 cm | 0,4 cm | |
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4 days | 1 day |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2018, Switzerland 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 -6°C to a highest value of 12°C.
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The climate in Switzerland is based on weather data from Bern. Other places, like Zurich, Geneva or Valais, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Switzerland to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in April in Switzerland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in April for Switzerland, 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 Switzerland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for Switzerland, 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 11 days of precipitation in Switzerland.
Daily Snowfall in April in Switzerland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in April in Switzerland, 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 Switzerland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Switzerland, 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 Switzerland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in Switzerland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in April in Switzerland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in Switzerland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in April in Switzerland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in April in Switzerland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in April for Switzerland
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Average weather in Switzerland by month
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