Hokitika weather in April (West Coast, New Zealand)
How does the April weather in Hokitika compare to other months? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.
Temperatures
In April, the weather in Hokitika generally includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 16°C, cooling down at night to around 10°C.
Precipitation
Hokitika in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 267 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 15 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 142 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Hokitika. February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hokitika climate page with graphs.
Hokitika, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
10°C
Max Temperature
16°C
Water Temperature
14°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
267 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
84%
Windspeed
7 km/h
Sunshine
142 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in New Zealand in April
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Hokitika, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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