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Atafu Weather in April

Atafu in April averages 30°C (86°F) during the day and 27°C (81°F) at night. April is part of the rainy season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Atafu in April

As part of the rainy season, Atafu sees around 18 days of rain in April, with an average of 238 mm (9.4 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Atafu in April

Expect highs of 30°C (86°F) in Atafu in April, with nights dropping to around 27°C (81°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights remain warm at around 27°C (81°F). For a more comfortable sleep, a cold shower before bed and a fan or air conditioning can make a big difference.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Atafu. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Atafu Temperature in April

Min Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
238 mm (9.4 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
78%

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Historical weather records for Atafu in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for Atafu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Atafu historical weather extremes in April

Based on weather observations in Atafu between 2016 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during April.

  • The hottest April day on record in Atafu reached 30°C (86°F) (April 8, 2024).
  • On April 3, 2017, Atafu saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at 27°C (81°F).
  • Nighttime temperatures dropped to 25°C (77°F) on April 17, 2022, marking the coldest April night on record.
  • The wettest day in April Atafu was on April 13, 2019 with 108 mm (4.3 in) of precipitation.

Best Places in Tokelau in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Atafu in April

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in April. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Atafu in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    7/10
  • Walking
    7/10
  • Camping
    7/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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