Cool
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days.
April verdict
Palmerston North, New Zealand in April
Weather score34Poor
Poor for holiday weather
Average highs are around 18°C, so pack for cooler days. Sunshine averages 4.8h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months. Rainfall averages 79mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
April weather
Monthly averages
Temp
18°C
Rain
79mm
Sun
4.8h
Sea
17°C
Weather score
34
Poor
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Drier
Rainfall averages 79mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.
Limited sun
Sunshine averages 4.8h per day, so this is not one of the brighter months.
Cool sea
Sea temperatures average 17°C, so the water can feel cool.
Map
Weather map
Compare Palmerston North, New Zealand with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
April18°C average high
April is close to Palmerston North'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
April79mm average rain
April sits on the drier side of Palmerston North's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.
Driest monthsJanuary to April, August, and November
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
April4.8 hours average sun
April sits close to Palmerston North's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary to February and November to 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
Sea temperatures are usually near 18°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
April34 weather score
April sits close to Palmerston North's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJanuary to February
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.