New Plymouth weather in April (Taranaki, New Zealand)
Looking to travel to New Plymouth 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, New Plymouth typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 13°C.
New Plymouth in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.
The city usually sees around 178 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New Plymouth climate page with graphs.
New Plymouth, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
18°C
Water Temperature
17°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
155 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
82%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
178 hours
Percentage Sunshine
53%
Where to go in New Zealand in April
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in New Plymouth in April?
For visitors traveling to New Plymouth, 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 17°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 in April.
Interested in more climate information?
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