April weather forecast
Nantes, France

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An aerial panorama of the colorful and dense city of Nantes in France
An aerial panorama of the colorful and dense city of Nantes in France

Weather in April

The advent of April sparks the true onset of spring in Nantes, where the increasing amount of sunshine encourages blossoming flora. The significant rise in temperature is accompanied by moderate rainfall and declining wind speeds - a welcome change from the previously turbulent winds. The notable weather change is amplified with no record of snowfall, signalling the absolute end of the winter spell.

Temperature

In April, the average high-temperature in Nantes marginally rises from a fresh 12.3°C (54.1°F) in March to a mild 15.6°C (60.1°F). Throughout April, an average low-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F) is experienced.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout April, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.5 rainfall days, and 472mm (18.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, April and November. April is the first month it typically snows. Throughout April, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 5mm (0.2") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Nantes is 13h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 20:36. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

Sunshine

In Nantes, France, the average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

In Nantes, France, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during April leads to these instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Resources | Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Nantes in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Nantes, records 15.6°C (60.1°F), while the low-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Nantes?

In April, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in April in Nantes?

In Nantes, France, in April, during 13.3 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Nantes?

April is the first month it typically snows. Throughout April, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

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

The average day length in April in Nantes is 13h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Nantes?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 20:36. On the last day of the month, in Nantes, France, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 21:16 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nantes have in April?

In Nantes, the average sunshine duration in April is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in April in Nantes?

In Nantes, France, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Nantes, France

Average temperature in April - Nantes, France
  • Average high temperature in April: 15.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 6.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.9°C).

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Average pressure in April
Nantes, France

Average pressure in April - Nantes, France
  • Average pressure in April: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Nantes, France

Average wind speed in April - Nantes, France
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Nantes, France

Average humidity in April - Nantes, France
  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in April
Nantes, France

Average rainfall in April - Nantes, France
  • Average rainfall in April: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Nantes, France

Average rainfall days in April - Nantes, France
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Nantes, France

Average snowfall in April - Nantes, France
  • Average snowfall in April: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Nantes, France

Average snowfall days in April - Nantes, France
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Nantes, France

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Nantes, France
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Nantes, France

Average sunshine days in April - Nantes, France
  • Average sunshine days in April: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in April
Nantes, France

Average UV index in April - Nantes, France
  • Average UV index in April: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in April
Nantes, France

Average cloud cover in April - Nantes, France
  • Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in April
Nantes, France

Average visibility in April - Nantes, France
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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