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Amherst Weather in April
Amherst in April averages 13°C (55°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Amherst in April
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain, averaging 86 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Amherst in April
Amherst in April gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights fall to 2°C (36°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.
Sunshine in Amherst in April
With approximately 206 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, July and August typically offer the best weather for Amherst.
Amherst Temperature in April
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
86 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
67% *
Sunshine
206 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
52% *
* Data from: Buffalo, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).
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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 Amherst in April
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in April, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Amherst in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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Popular in April
Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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29°C (84°F) Miami Beach27°C (81°F) Destin
24°C (75°F) Los Angeles20°C (68°F) New York City
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