Weather in April
Temperature
With the onset of April, Zürich's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in March to a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F). Zürich usually reports an average low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F) during the month of April.Humidity
April is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In April, in Zürich, Switzerland, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout April, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zürich, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 1133mm (44.61") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. April is the last month it regularly snows in Zürich. During 0.7 snowfall days, in April, Zürich aggregates 30mm (1.18") of snow. In Zürich, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.4 days and aggregates up to 850mm (33.46") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in April in Zürich is 13h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:55. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 20:36 CEST.
Sunshine
In Zürich, the average sunshine in April is 5.1h.UV index
In Zürich, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in April interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Zürich, Switzerland
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