April weather forecast
Dunedin, New Zealand

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Weather in April

April in Dunedin brings the arrival of a cooler climate as autumn takes hold. However, this doesn't take away from the beauty of the city, the falling leaves paint a picturesque panorama. Enhanced by fewer hours of daylight and sunshine, the city takes on a uniquely serene ambiance. At 13.5°C (56.3°F), the highest temperature of the month records a significant drop from that in March, reflecting the transition into the cooler part of the year. Rainfall remains relatively constant, showcasing a subtle continuation from March.

Temperature

With the transition into April, Dunedin notes an average high-temperature of a still mild 13.5°C (56.3°F), closely resembling March. Dunedin's nighttime temperatures in April display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a cool 10°C (50°F).

Humidity

In Dunedin, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dunedin, during April, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dunedin, there are 150.6 rainfall days, and 357mm (14.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dunedin, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

Sea temperature

In Dunedin, the average seawater temperature in April is 11.9°C (53.4°F).
Note: Dipping into 11.9°C (53.4°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Dunedin is 10h and 48min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:36 pm NZST.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dunedin are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during April leads to these advisories:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dunedin in April?

In Dunedin, in April, the average high-temperature is 13.5°C (56.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 10°C (50°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Dunedin?

In Dunedin, New Zealand, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

How many days does it rain in April in Dunedin?

In Dunedin, in April, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dunedin?

In Dunedin, New Zealand, snow does not fall in January through July, September through December.

How cold is the water in April in Dunedin?

In April, the average sea temperature in Dunedin, New Zealand, is 11.9°C (53.4°F). Swimming in 11.9°C (53.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

In Dunedin, the average day length in April is 10h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Dunedin?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 7:27 pm NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:36 pm NZST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in April in Dunedin?

On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Dunedin, New Zealand, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunedin have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dunedin?

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Dunedin.

What is the UV index reading in April in Dunedin?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Dunedin, New Zealand, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average temperature in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in April: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average pressure in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average wind speed in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in April: 19.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).

Average humidity in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average humidity in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in April: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average rainfall in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in April: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average snowfall in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average snowfall days in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in April: 11.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.2°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in April: 10h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average UV index in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in April: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in April
Dunedin, New Zealand

Average visibility in April - Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Dunedin, New Zealand

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