Cool
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days.
April verdict
Nelson (New Zealand), New Zealand in April
Weather score33Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 5.9h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 125mm, so some wet days are possible.
April weather
Monthly averages
Temp
18°C
Rain
125mm
Sun
5.9h
Sea
17°C
Weather score
33
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 125mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 5.9h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 17°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Nelson (New Zealand), New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
April18°C average high
April is close to Nelson (New Zealand)'s yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
April125mm average rain
April is wetter than Nelson (New Zealand)'s yearly average, so flexible plans matter more.
Driest monthsJanuary to February and December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
April5.9 hours average sun
April sits close to Nelson (New Zealand)'s yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
April17°C average sea
April sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.
Warmest seaJanuary to March and December
Sea temperatures are usually near 19°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
April33 weather score
April scores below Nelson (New Zealand)'s yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.
Best weather monthsJanuary to February
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.