Moscow weather in April (Moscow region, Russia)

How is the weather in Moscow in April? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Moscow generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 2°C.

Moscow in April usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 43 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 170 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Moscow climate page with graphs.

 

Moscow, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 43 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 68%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 170 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39%  

Where to go in Russia in April

Find out more about the weather in Russia in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Moscow in April?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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