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Arthur's Pass Weather in April

April in Arthur's Pass sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) at night. Being part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is a regular part of the day, so pack accordingly.

Rainfall in Arthur's Pass in April

Arthur's Pass is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 15 days and an average of 213 mm (8.4 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Arthur's Pass in April

April in Arthur's Pass brings typical temperatures with highs around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Arthur's Pass in April

The month brings about 142 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and rainy moments.

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Arthur's Pass Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 213 mm (8.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 142 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand 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 Arthur's Pass in April

The weather can be unpredictable in April, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Arthur's Pass in April

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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